Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant

Excelsure Homes Health Care Solutions LLC; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Excelsure Homes Health Care Solutions LLC in Massachusetts is seeking a part-time Physical Therapy Assistant to provide skilled home health services under the direction of a Registered Physical Therapist. The role involves evaluating patients, assisting in developing a plan of care, and delivering targeted therapy in patients' homes.

You will document progress, coordinate with the PT and medical team, educate patients and families, and ensure notes are completed within 72 hours.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved two-year Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Licensed by the State as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Criminal background check required.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled Physical Therapy services on an intermittent basis to patients in their homes under direction from the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Under the direction of a Registered Physical Therapist (PT) provide patient services which have been delegated by the PT.
• Assist in evaluation and development of a rehabilitative plan of care and in periodic re-evaluation as required.
• Prepare clinical and daily progress notes; submit within 72 hours and prepare periodic summary reports.
• Perform routine strengthening and therapeutic exercises and assist the patient with self-help devices.
• Instruct patient and family and assist with teaching exercise programs.
• Identify potential drug-related issues and report to the PT.
• Observe, record, and report patient condition changes to PT and physician.
• Consult with PT regarding home visit outcomes and report findings in writing.
• Assist in education of home health aides and family members as appropriate.
• Write daily progress notes and prepare periodic summaries as indicated.
• Attend rehabilitation department meetings and case conferences.
• Participate in discharge activities and assist with the Physical Therapy Discharge Summary.
• Coordinate scheduling of visits weekly with Supervisor/Clinical.
• Pursue self-development through educational programs and professional activities.
• Assume other duties as designated by the PT and RN Case Management.

Education

Two-year Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Excelsure Homes Health Care Solutions LLC in Massachusetts is seeking a part-time Physical Therapy Assistant to provide skilled home health services under the direction of a Registered Physical Therapist. The role involves evaluating patients, assisting in developing a plan of care, and delivering targeted therapy in patients' homes.

You will document progress, coordinate with the PT and medical team, educate patients and families, and ensure notes are completed within 72 hours.