Physical Therapist Assistant (Home Health)

Sentara Health Plans; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year

401k/403B with Employer Match

Emergency Backup Care

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Legal Resources Plan

Job summary

A healthcare organization located in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a full-time Day Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant to administer physical therapy treatments under supervision. Candidates should hold an Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assisting and relevant certifications, including BLS. The role offers competitive benefits including medical plans, tuition assistance, and potential for annual bonuses. This position emphasizes diversity and inclusion within its workforce.

Qualifications

• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
• Required: Physical Therapist Assistant License (PTA) from an appropriate state authority.
• 2 years relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the degree.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under supervision.
• Assist in developing treatment plans and document progress.
• Carry out routine functions within established treatment plans.

Skills

Physical therapy treatment administration

Documentation of treatment progress

Creating and implementing treatment plans

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assisting

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

**City/State**Chesapeake, VA**Work Shift**First (Days)**Overview:**## **Sentara Home Care Services located in Chesapeake; VA is looking for a FT Day Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant.**OverviewAdminister physical therapy treatments and procedures under the supervision of a physical therapist. May assist in developing treatment plans, carrying out routine functions, and documenting treatment progress within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist.Education* Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assisting (Required)* 2 years relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of degreeCertification/Licensure* Basic Life Support (BLS) – Certification – American Heart Association (AHA) RQI (Required) within 90 days of hire* One of the following is required: Physical Therapist Assistant License (PTA) - State license - Physical Therapy Compact Commission (PTCOMPACT) OR Physical Therapist Assistant License (PTA) - State license - Virginia Department of Health Professionals (VADHP) OR Physical Therapist Assistant License (PTA) - State license - North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (NCPT)**Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career****•** Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave• Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development•Pet Insurance •Legal Resources Plan •Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.**Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer** and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.**For positions that are available as remote work,** **Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:**Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.