Physical Therapist Assitant- HomeCare MD

Summary


Physical Therapist Assistant


HomeCare Maryland is currently looking for Physical Therapist Assistants with home care

experience to join our team in the Baltimore County/City area

Position Summary: Responsible for providing skilled physical therapy interventions to patients
following established orders and goals and based on standards of practice. The Physical Therapist
Assistant (PTA) works under the ongoing supervision of the Physical Therapist.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates care with patients/caregivers in a home setting to provide therapy treatment
  interventions that will facilitate mobility/independence based on the Physical Therapist's
  assessment of the patient's needs
• Instructs and assists patients/caregivers in therapeutic interventions including, but not
  limited to: positioning, splinting and contracture management, ROM, bed mobility training,
  therapeutic exercise, transfer training, gait training, stair training, neuro
  reeducation/balance exercises, DME fitting and training, prosthetic and orthotic fitting and
  training and home safety education
• Assists patient/caregiver to meet goals established for patient's plan of care
• Observes, documents, and reports patient's status or new findings to physician, supervising
  Physical Therapist and clinical team
• Provides feedback to the Physical Therapist on therapy treatment to collaborate and
  optimize therapy outcomes
• Coordinates with other clinical staff and office staff to ensure ancillary services are
  provided to meet patient's needs
  Education and Experience:
• Current Maryland Physical Therapist Assistant license
• Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare provider certification
• Minimum of one year therapy experience, preferably in a home care agency
• 1-2 years of Physical Therapist Assistant experience

Additional Information

Who We Are:


LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.



What We Offer:


Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.


Growth : Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.


Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support - improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.


Benefits : Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.



Why LifeBridge Health?


With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital.


Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.


LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.