Physical Therapist Assistant

Who We’re Looking For Are you a compassionate, dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives in the comfort of their homes? Well Care Health is seeking a passionate Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to join our growing team and provide exceptional care in a supportive and rewarding environment. About Well Care Health We’re a team of compassionate and committed professionals dedicated to supporting you on your journey to success. We strive to create a way of life that goes beyond a job, offering learning from the best and being the best, while providing excellent home healthcare services. Key Responsibilities Provide nursing care to patients in their homes, including administering medications, wound care, and other treatments. Monitor patients’ conditions, report changes to the care team, and assist in developing personalized care plans. Educate patients and families on health management, medications, and self‑care techniques. Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure the highest quality care for each patient. What We Offer Competitive salary Medical, Vision, Dental coverage 401(k) with matching Tuition reimbursement Continued opportunities for growth and development Job Summary Works under the supervision of the Clinical Manager and licensed physical therapist, providing individualized patient care for patients in all developmental stages throughout the life span. This includes adult (18‑72 years) and geriatric (72+ years) patients, following established policies, procedures, and guidelines as directed by the physical therapist. Primary Job Duties Administers prescribed physical therapy treatments to patients in all stages of life. Assists with program development and discipline‑specific operations efficiently and productively. Appropriately communicates and documents information in accordance with agency policies and procedures and discipline‑specific guidelines. Contributes to program effectiveness. Organizes and performs work effectively and efficiently. Maintains and adjusts schedule to enhance agency performance. Demonstrates a daily commitment to the values of the agency. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in dealing with all members of the agency. Maintains and promotes customer satisfaction. Effectively demonstrates the mission, vision, and values of the Agency on a daily basis. Job Specifications Education: Associate Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program. Licensure / Certifications: Licensure in the state in which providing therapy (NC/SC); CPR certification. Experience: Minimum 6 months. Essential Technical / Motor Skills: Knowledge of physical therapy procedures; ability to manipulate patient care and evaluation equipment; including goniometers, modalities, assistive devices and exercise equipment; ability to properly transfer and guard patients; ability to apply other manual therapy techniques. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to deal with the public, co‑workers, patients, families, and physicians in a professional and positive manner. Essential Physical Requirements: Requires significant standing and walking, frequent lifting greater than 50lb and transferring patients greater than 100lb; repeated reaching, bending and stooping; sometimes requires sitting, fine motor manipulation, pushing and pulling; occasionally requires reaching overhead and stair climbing. Essential Mental Abilities: Ability to apply physical therapy principles and use professional reasoning to develop appropriate treatment programs; ability to prioritize duties, learn new skills and techniques in patient care; ability to learn and use computer technology and supportive services. Essential Sensory Requirements: Ability to see and communicate clearly in order to perform basic therapy techniques. Exposure to Hazards: Noise, congestion, communicable disease, exposure to blood‑borne pathogens, patient assault, and injury resulting from improper body mechanics, uncooperative patients, families, and community hazards. Hours of Work: 40‑hour work weeks, variable Monday‑Friday, weekends and holidays as needed. Population Served: Adolescents, adults, geriatrics. Must Have: A valid North Carolina driver’s license and an operational vehicle. Type & Location Full Time Physical Therapist Assistant covering Brunswick and New Hanover County. Equal Opportunity Employer Well Care Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Well Care Health