Home Health PTA: Elevate Mobility & Independence

Optum; New Kingstown (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled care in patients’ homes under a PT supervision. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance and independence, while promoting safety at home.

As a PTA you will partner with patients, caregivers and the care team to support recovery and quality of life, participate in conferences, and maintain thorough documentation in the medical record.

Qualifications

• Current CPR certification.
• Active license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant (state you are assigned).
• Graduate from an accredited PTA program as defined by CAPTE.
• One year of related PTA experience in home health or equivalent setting.
• If less than one year of experience, regional clinical leadership approval and mentoring may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed PT.
• Observes and reports patient response to treatment to the PT and clinical staff.
• Maintains patient records and documents supervisory activities.
• Promotes wellness and prevention and plans for follow-up care.
• Participates in care conferences and quality improvement activities.
• Ensures confidentiality of patient information and coordinates referrals.

Skills

CPR certification

PTA license

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled care in patients’ homes under a PT supervision. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance and independence, while promoting safety at home.

As a PTA you will partner with patients, caregivers and the care team to support recovery and quality of life, participate in conferences, and maintain thorough documentation in the medical record.