Physical Therapist Assistant PRN

Alpine Care Home Health is dedicated to providing expert, compassionate care in the home setting. Our team of skilled clinicians help individuals remain safe and independent in their homes, with personalized care that respects the individuals’ goals, values, and overall well-being. Our team brings deep expertise in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, wound care, and complex care management, and more. We offer customized tools and hands‑on support to improve mobility, accelerate recovery, and encourage lasting self‑reliance. We take pride in offering personalized, evidence‑based care. We work closely with primary care providers, families, and specialists to create care plans that are proactive, holistic, and aligned with each patient’s priorities. Through access to a full range of physical and mental health services, we aim to support patient independence and long‑term stability. We’re building a purpose-driven team passionate about making a difference. If you’re excited to shape the future of home‑based care, here’s what the role involves.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy services; communicates the patient’s progress with other disciplines and directs, supervises and instructs non-professional home health aide staff in the provision of personal care to the patient.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides physical therapy services including procedures, teaching and training activities as outlined in the patient Plan of Care under the direction of a physical therapy Provides physical therapy visits according to visit schedule and notifies agency of need to alter schedule in any way Reports significant findings to patient’s physician, physical therapist, and Clinical Supervisor as they occur Submits completed physical therapy visit notes; communication notes per agency policy on designated days as requested by Clinical Supervisor Submits change orders per agency policy Maintains open lines of communications to all members of the continuum of care team Attends staff meetings, team conferences and educational in-services per agency requirements Participates in Process Improvement (PI) program by assisting with collection of data and serves on PI team upon request Participates in discharge planning process per Medicare Criteria and agency policy and procedure Follows agency policies and procedures Performs these and all other duties as assigned by the Administrator Productivity level at 90% Able to lift 40 pounds from floor to shoulder Repetitive walking, standing, sitting, bending, and use of hands Able to drive a car 2-4 hours per day Responsible to ensure the use of the 4Ms (What Matters to the patient, Medications, Mentation, and Mobility) and provides Age-Friendly Care Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

A current unencumbered State professional license Active CPR Certification Must maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record An automobile to be used for work The ability to make sound professional clinical judgement The ability to assess and document patient needs and formulate individualized patient care plans to meet those needs Proficiency in clinical skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficiency in personal computer use including e‑mail, clinical, word processing, and spreadsheet software

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

One year experience as a physical therapy assistant Perks and Benefits (What we offer): Competitive salary and multiple health benefit options Career growth and development Mentorship and continued learning opportunities Engaging and mission driven workplace 401(k) matching Mileage reimbursement (if eligible) Every person on our team helps shape the future of Alpine Care Home Health. If you’re excited by meaningful work and shared impact, we’d love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr AlpineCare