HOME CARE PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT PTA

TieTalent; Dunn (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Home Care Physical Therapy Assistant to provide essential patient care services. This per diem role involves collaborating with therapists to update care plans, document patient progress, and coordinate treatment schedules. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills, along with CPR certification and a commitment to ongoing education. Join a compassionate team focused on improving patient outcomes and delivering high-quality care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited PTA program and current State licensure is required.
• Strong knowledge of physical therapy practices and ability to treat patients.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care services and updates care plans as assigned by the Physical Therapist.
• Documents patient care data accurately and communicates with necessary contacts.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

CPR Certification

Patient Care

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Job description

Liberty Cares
With Compassion

At Liberty Home Care, we know that following an illness, trauma, or surgery, the ability to recover at home can greatly improve patient outcomes. Our healthcare professionals are dedicated to offering recovery with independence to our patients.

We are currently seeking an experienced:

HOME CARE PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT (PTA)
Per Diem, PRN

Job Description:

• Provides patient care services along with direct treatment and follow-up as assigned by the Physical Therapist.
• Updates the care plan in coordination with the therapist and the physician, and plans with the patient/family toward adjustment.
• Plans monthly patient re-evaluations with the therapist, coordinating with the therapist more frequently if needed, and plans the weekly patient schedule.
• Documents patient care data accurately, thoroughly, and in a timely manner, reflecting evidence of improvement/progress/decline in the patient's condition.
• Submits the daily/weekly patient visit schedule to the Scheduler.
• Communicates as necessary with intercompany and intracompany contacts.
• Discusses treatment progress with the therapist, the patient/family, and physician as necessary.
• Coordinates with Patient Care Coordinator in making referrals to appropriate disciplines.
• Coordinates monthly supervisory visits from the therapist.
• Attends and participates in patient care conferences, meetings, and mandatory in-services as scheduled. Reads the minutes of patient care conferences not attended.

Job Requirements:

• Requires completion of an accredited physical therapy assistant program and current State licensure.
• Minimum of one year’s therapeutic experience in a non-home health care environment; prefer two years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of theory and concepts relating to the practice of physical therapy and the ability to treat patients for whom a physician’s order exists.
• CPR certified and possess strong communication and organization skills.
• Minimum of twelve hours of continuing education annually.
• Must accept travel and working conditions as assigned.

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