Home Health PTA: Boost Mobility & Independence at Home

Jobtome; Matthews (NC); Presencial; USD 39.000 - 58.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled PT services in patients' homes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role focuses on improving mobility, strength, balance, and independence while ensuring safety and quality of life at home.

Responsibilities include documenting responses to therapy, coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team, and contributing to care planning and follow-up.

Qualificações

• Current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant in the state you are assigned to.
• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• One year of related PTA experience for home health care to ensure capability to provide services.
• If less than one year of experience, regional clinical leaders must approve with mentoring or residency participation.
• Current CPR certification.
• Driver's License and reliable transportation.

Responsabilidades

• Provides PT services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and per approved plan of care.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment and changes in condition to the supervising PT and care team.
• Provides resources for patients' future needs and promotes wellness and prevention.
• Documents supervisory activities in the medical record.

Conhecimentos

PTA license

CPR certification

Driver's license

Formação

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Descrição da vaga

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled PT services in patients' homes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role focuses on improving mobility, strength, balance, and independence while ensuring safety and quality of life at home.

Responsibilities include documenting responses to therapy, coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team, and contributing to care planning and follow-up.