Home Health PTA: Elevate Mobility & Independence

Jobtome; Indian Trail (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled services in patients' homes under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence while ensuring safety and quality of life in home settings.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, coordinating with caregivers and the interdisciplinary team, and contributing to care conferences and quality

Qualifications

• Active PTA license in the state where you work.
• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• Minimum one year of PTA experience in home health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under supervision of a licensed PT.
• Observe, record and report patient responses to treatment and changes in condition.
• Provide resources for ongoing care and promote wellness.
• Document supervisory activities in the patient's medical record.
• Monitor and document patient progress and response to therapy.
• Participate in patient care conferences, in-services, chart audits, and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Make recommendations for follow-up care in coordination with the admitting agency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Current PTA license

PTA experience (1 year)

CPR certification

Driver's license & transportation

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled services in patients' homes under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence while ensuring safety and quality of life in home settings.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, coordinating with caregivers and the interdisciplinary team, and contributing to care conferences and quality