Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant — Boost Mobility at Home

Jobtome; Pineville (LA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401k with company match

Equity stock purchase program

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled home health care under a supervisor PT. You'll implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance and independence in patients’ homes.

Requirements include a CAPTE-accredited PTA program graduate, current PTA license, CPR, and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation. Pay ranges from $28.00 to $42.00 per hour, with benefits and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant in the assigned state.
• Graduate from CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• One year related PTA experience for home health care or regional clinical leader approval if less than one year.
• Current CPR certification.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide PT services under supervision of a licensed PT per plan of care.
• Observe and report patient response to treatment and changes in condition.
• Document supervisory activities in the medical record.
• Monitor and document patient progress.
• Participate in care conferences, trainings, and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Coordinate referrals to community resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

PTA license

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled home health care under a supervisor PT. You'll implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance and independence in patients’ homes.

Requirements include a CAPTE-accredited PTA program graduate, current PTA license, CPR, and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation. Pay ranges from $28.00 to $42.00 per hour, with benefits and flexible scheduling.