Empowering Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility at Home

Jobtome; Lake Wylie (SC); Remote; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide skilled services in patients' homes under supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role focuses on improving mobility, strength, balance and independence with safety in a home setting.

Responsibilities include documenting responses to therapy, coordinating with caregivers and the care team, and participating in care conferences.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant in the assigned state.
• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• One year PTA experience in home health or equivalent setting preferred.
• If <1 year experience, approval from regional clinical leaders and mentoring may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provides PT services under supervision of a licensed PT.
• Observes and reports patient response to treatment to supervising PT and staff.
• Promotes wellness and prevention and documents care in the chart.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and coordinates follow-up care as needed.
• Participates in care conferences and quality improvement activities.

Skills

PTA experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide skilled services in patients' homes under supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role focuses on improving mobility, strength, balance and independence with safety in a home setting.

Responsibilities include documenting responses to therapy, coordinating with caregivers and the care team, and participating in care conferences.