Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant — Make a Real Impact

Aging Well Health Care, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A home health agency in St. Louis is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to administer physical therapy to patients at home. Responsibilities include providing therapy as per physician orders, improving patient outcomes, and participating in care planning. The ideal candidate is a graduate of an approved program, currently licensed, and has at least two years of experience. The role also involves instructing families in home care activities and adhering to agency policies.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.
• Two (2) years experience, preferred.
• Acceptance of philosophy and goals of Agency.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy to patients in their place of residence.
• Provide physician prescribed physical therapy under a plan established by the PT.
• Instruct patients and family members in home programs.

Skills

Initiative

Independent judgment

Education

Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association

Job description

A home health agency in St. Louis is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to administer physical therapy to patients at home. Responsibilities include providing therapy as per physician orders, improving patient outcomes, and participating in care planning. The ideal candidate is a graduate of an approved program, currently licensed, and has at least two years of experience. The role also involves instructing families in home care activities and adhering to agency policies.