Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Summary and Responsibilities PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT - Home Health & Hospice...Your time at work should be fulfilling. Rewarding. Inspiring. That’s what you’ll find when you join CHI Home Health and Hospice. Experience the opportunity to provide compassionate, personalized care in the home. Our skilled staff improve lives by providing care for our patients wherever they call home. We are focused on caring for patients recovering from injuries, living with a chronic illness, and other medical needs. The physical therapist assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care. Essential Key Job Responsibilities Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care. Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance. Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training. Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage. Observes and reports to the physical therapist the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition. Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices. Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record within 24 hours of patient care. Participates in Home Care team meetings and in-service Education Program. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program with either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc. Physical Therapy Assistant license in North Dakota. American Heart Association (BLS-CPR). Must have valid driver’s license (AUTO:ND) & auto liability (AUTO-INS) insurance according to company policy. Preferred Home health experience TherapyFargo #J-18808-Ljbffr