Compassionate Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant

Rinvio Recruitment; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant in Lawton, Oklahoma. This role involves assisting with physical therapy under the guidance of a registered therapist, maintaining a clean therapy area, and documenting patient information. Ideal candidates should have experience in this field and the ability to work with a diverse range of patients.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting in physical therapy activities.
• Knowledge of patient treatment plans and care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with physical therapy activities guided by a registered therapist.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the therapy area.
• Document daily work and patient treatment information.

Job description

Location- Lawton, Oklahama

The main job of a Physical Therapy Assistant (Home Health) is to help with physical therapy activities under the guidance of a registered Physical Therapist. The Assistant will work with patients using exercises and treatment methods that match the patients' health needs and follow a plan approved by the therapist. It’s important for the Assistant to know what tasks they can and cannot do.

The Assistant will also help keep the therapy area clean and organized. They will write down notes about their daily work and any information needed when patients finish their treatment. The patients they work with can be very young (like babies), children, teenagers, adults, or older people.

Qualifications:
- You must have a permanent license to work as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Oklahoma, or you can have a temporary permit while you wait for your permanent license. - Required
- You need to have BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - Required
- ***New graduates are welcome to apply!***