HOME CARE PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT PTA

Liberty Health and Rehab; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated home care provider in Jacksonville, NC seeks a Home Care Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a per diem role. This position involves providing patient care services under the direction of a Physical Therapist, updating care plans, and coordinating patient schedules. Candidates must have completed an accredited PTA program, hold current State licensure, and ideally possess one to two years of therapeutic experience. Strong communication skills and CPR certification are essential. Join a compassionate team focused on improving patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year’s therapeutic experience in a non-home health care environment; prefer two years of experience.
• Minimum of twelve hours of continuing education annually.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care services along with direct treatment as assigned by the Physical Therapist.
• Updates the care plan in coordination with the therapist and physician.
• Plans monthly patient re-evaluations and coordinates the weekly patient schedule.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organization skills

Knowledge of physical therapy practice

CPR certified

Education

Completion of accredited physical therapy assistant program

Current State licensure

Job description

HOME CARE PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT PTA

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Liberty Cares
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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
Onslow/Jones/Carteret/Craven Counties

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 plan with the patient/family toward adjustment.
• Plans monthly patient re-evaluations with the therapist, coordinating with the therapist more frequently if needed, and plan the weekly patient schedule.
• Documents patient care data accurately, thoroughly, and in a timely manner, reflecting evidence of improvement/progress/decline in 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. Read 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.

Visit www.libertyhomecare.com for more information.

Background checks/drug-free workplace.

EOE.