Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant - Restore Mobility

Aging Well Health Care, LLC; Manchester (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist (PT).

The PTA position requires graduation from a two-year college program approved by the APTA and a current license in the practicing state, with a preference for two years of experience and a commitment to the agency's philosophy and

Qualifications

• Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.
• Two (2) years experience, preferred.
• Acceptance of philosophy and goals of Agency.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Provides physician prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT.
• Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician and according to the plan of care established by the PT.
• Instructs patients and family members in home programs and activities of daily living.
• Prepares medical records, progress notes and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per Agency policy.
• Participates in patient care conferences and performance improvement activities as scheduled.

Skills

Initiative

Independent judgment

Education

Two-year college degree (APTA approved)

Job description

A Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist (PT).

The PTA position requires graduation from a two-year college program approved by the APTA and a current license in the practicing state, with a preference for two years of experience and a commitment to the agency's philosophy and