Home Health PTA: Elevate Mobility & Independence

Jobtome; Duncannon (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled care in patients' homes under a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans to improve mobility, balance, and independence while promoting safety at home.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, coordinating with care teams, and supporting recovery and quality of life. A state PTA license and CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a PTA in the assigned state.
• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• One year PTA home health experience preferred.
• If less than one year, regional leaders must approve with mentoring or residency.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide PT services under supervision of licensed PT per plan of care.
• Observe, record, and report patient responses to treatment.
• Provide resources for future needs and promote wellness at home.
• Document supervisory activities in medical records.
• Monitor patient response to PT interventions.
• Participate in care conferences, in-services, and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain confidentiality in patient-therapist relationships.
• Coordinate follow-up care with admissions agency and other providers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Current PTA license

CPR certification

PTA experience

Home health experience

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled care in patients' homes under a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans to improve mobility, balance, and independence while promoting safety at home.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, coordinating with care teams, and supporting recovery and quality of life. A state PTA license and CPR certification are required.