Empowering Home Health PTA — Restore Mobility & Independence

Jobtome; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to work under a licensed Physical Therapist in patients' homes, delivering skilled care and helping improve mobility, strength and balance while promoting safety and independence.

You will collaborate with patients, caregivers and the interdisciplinary team, document progress, and participate in quality improvement activities, with a focus on compassionate, personalized care and growth within a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Graduate from CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• Current license to practice as a PTA in the assigned state.
• Current CPR certification.
• 1+ years of PT experience for PTAs entering home health care.
• If less than 1 year, approval from regional clinical leaders and mentoring/residency required.

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA services under supervision of a licensed PT and per plan of care.
• Observe, record, and report patient responses and changes.
• Promote wellness and provide resources for future needs.
• Document supervisory activities in patient records.
• Monitor and document response to therapy.
• Participate in conferences and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Coordinate follow-up care with other providers.

Skills

CPR certification

Licensed PTA

Home health experience

Attention to detail

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to work under a licensed Physical Therapist in patients' homes, delivering skilled care and helping improve mobility, strength and balance while promoting safety and independence.

You will collaborate with patients, caregivers and the interdisciplinary team, document progress, and participate in quality improvement activities, with a focus on compassionate, personalized care and growth within a supportive culture.