Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant - Growth & Perks

Optimal Home Care, Inc.; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

401K plan

Company phone provided

PTO

Continuing education opportunities

iPad Purchase Program

Job summary

Optimal Home Care, Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide rehabilitative services to patients in Colorado. Under supervision, you will evaluate and implement plans of care, perform therapeutic exercises, and educate patients and families to promote independence.

Requirements include graduation from a PTA program approved by CAPTE and current Coloradolicensure. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential in a home health setting.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a physical therapist assistant curriculum approved by CAPTE or has passed a national examination for PTAs.
• Must be currently licensed and in good standing in Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluation and development of the rehabilitative plan of care under supervision.
• Perform routine strengthening and therapeutic exercises.
• Teach exercise programs to patients and family.
• Assist patients in use of self-help devices.
• Maintain daily progress notes with visits.
• Participate in staff and agency development activities and meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

PTA program approved by CAPTE

Colorado PTA licensure or eligibility

Job description

Optimal Home Care, Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide rehabilitative services to patients in Colorado. Under supervision, you will evaluate and implement plans of care, perform therapeutic exercises, and educate patients and families to promote independence.

Requirements include graduation from a PTA program approved by CAPTE and current Coloradolicensure. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential in a home health setting.