Physical Therapist Assistant

Now Hiring Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant Location: Bainbridge Island Compensation: $35-$40 Type: On-call, PRN Signature Healthcare at Home is a leading provider of home health in Washington and Oregon. Our services are designed to complement your lifestyle through innovative home-based healthcare solutions. The Signature Home Health team possesses character, heart, and the desire to enhance the life of every person we serve. This includes working to achieve and sustain health, activity, and independence. The statement: “Care Where You Are” guides our organization’s dedication to offer quality care for our clients whose goal it is to remain in their chosen home setting. Signature Healthcare at Home is a subsidiary of the Pennant Group network with 300+ locations throughout the country. We offer the best of both worlds –The backing and stability of a proven healthcare “giant”, with the permission to operate locally as if it were our own Seattle based business. Qualifications Graduate of a CAPTE accredited 2 year associate PTA degree program Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a PTA in this state Current CPR Certification Minimum 1-year recent work experience as a PTA Benefits Our flexible work schedules, typically Monday through Friday, promote a healthy work-life balance, making this an ideal position for those looking to make a difference in the lives of others while maintaining their personal commitments Competitive pay and mileage reimbursement Cell phone reimbursement for full-time positions Medical, Dental, Vision insurance 401K Plan Paid time off and 6 paid holidays Life and disability insurance Continuing education reimbursement program Responsibilities This position is crucial in providing quality patient care to individuals and their families during significant times in their lives As a PTA, you will conduct treatments as assigned by the Physical Therapist (PT) and outlined in the treatment plan, ensuring that each patient receives personalized care in the comfort of their own home In this role, you will be responsible for conducting various treatments that focus on muscle strengthening, coordination, mobility, sensory awareness, and balance activities You will monitor each patient's response to interventions and consult with the PT for any necessary modifications to the treatment plan Additionally, you will play a vital role in training and educating patients, families, and caregivers on the use of assistive devices, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge to support their loved ones effectively You will have the opportunity to participate in weekly team meetings to discuss patient care plans, allowing for a comprehensive approach to treatment We believe in building strong relationships with our patients and their families, and we provide the training, support, and resources necessary to help you fulfill your passion for healthcare Conduct treatments associated with muscle strengthening, coordination, mobility, sensory awareness, sitting and standing, transfer training, balance activities, gait training, range of motion activities and modalities Monitor patient's response to intervention and consult with the Physical Therapist if modification is required Train and educate patient, family, and caregivers in the use of assistive devices Assist the PT in the evaluation process and in identifying short-term and long-term goals and treatment plans Signature Healthcare at Home works with each patient’s primary care provider to develop a care plan which will meet their individual needs. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at Signature Healthcare at Home provides professional, home-based medical care for patients needing rehabilitation and expert care following surgery, a hospital stay or other illness. For individuals and their caregivers who are facing chronic health conditions, the experienced team at Signature can help patients achieve their health care goals and promote healing while remaining in the comfort of their home. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, determination of compensation and/or benefits, and termination of employment, for all job classifications, are based on qualifications and work record. No employment decision is made, nor do we discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Deercreekseniorliving