Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant PTA PRN

Aveanna Healthcare; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver high-quality care to patients in their homes. This role involves administering therapy treatments, evaluating patient progress, and collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. You will be responsible for identifying safety hazards and recommending necessary changes in the home environment. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to make a difference in people's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Physical Therapy Assistant license in Georgia.
• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy treatments as per the Plan of Care.
• Evaluates patient responses and documents effectiveness of treatments.
• Identifies safety hazards in the home environment.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Documentation

Safety Assessment

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant License

Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Job description

Position Overview
The Physical Therapy Assistant is a licensed professional who performs physical therapy treatments in accordance with agency policies under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

Coverage area: Gwinnett County

Essential Duties:

• Administers physical therapy to patients following the Plan of Care developed by the Physician and Physical Therapist.
• Evaluates and documents effectiveness of physical therapy services to the patient and his/her response to treatment.
• Assesses the home environment to identify safety hazards on a continued basis. Recommends changes in the environment that eliminate or reduce these hazards.
• Recognizes and identifies need for initiation of services from other disciplines or resources. Documents these needs, communicates with supervisor and refers to other disciplines/resources as needed.
• Assesses social, emotional and physical factors within the patient’s home that affect patient care and response to plan of treatment, communicates these factors to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Attends interdisciplinary team meetings and identifies problems related to patient’s response to treatment and assists in modifying the Plan of Care.
• Reports any adverse changes in the patient’s condition to the supervising Physical Therapist and/or Care Manager.
• Completes daily assignments within a reasonable and acceptable time frame.
• Attends inservices and continuing education programs in an effort to keep skills up to date.
• Maintains sound privacy and security practices and prevents privacy or security breaches. If a breach occurs, corrective action will be taken.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Requirements:

• Current license as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of GA
• Graduate of an accredited School for Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Preferably one year of clinical experience in a home health care setting.