Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant PTA PRN

Aveanna Healthcare; Hubbardston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver quality care in the Hubbardston area. The role involves administering therapy, evaluating patient progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will have a current license and a background in home health care. Join us to make a difference in the lives of patients in your community.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of residence.
• Preferably one year of clinical experience in a home health care setting.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy to patients following the Plan of Care.
• Evaluates and documents effectiveness of physical therapy services.
• Assesses the home environment for safety hazards.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Assessment

Education

Graduate of an accredited School for Physical Therapy Assistants

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 Therapi

Schedule: Part-Time visits Monday - Friday

Territory: Rutland, Leonminster, and Sterling, MA communities

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 residence
• Graduate of an accredited School for Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Preferably one year of clinical experience in a home health care setting.