Home Health PTA: Flexible Travel & Autonomy

Elara Caring; Salem (MO); Remote; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide home-visit physical therapy services in the United States. The role involves direct patient care, supervising under a Physical Therapist, and ensuring plans of care are followed in the home setting.

You will lead patient-centered therapy, instruct families, and adapt plans to individual needs. Salary is hourly with comprehensive benefits, and travel up to 50% is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the American Therapy Association
• Current, unrestricted PTA license valid for the state of work.
• 6+ months experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferred
• Able and willing to travel within branch/office coverage area.
• Must have a dependable vehicle, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
• Must be able and willing to travel 50%
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment

Responsibilities

• Performs direct physical therapy services in accordance with accepted standards of practice and certified by the patient's physician to ensure quality and continuity of care.
• Follows Plan of Care as established by Physical Therapist/being supervised by the Physical Therapist and immediate reporting of any changes in status back to Physical Therapist.
• Adheres to the State Practice Act Guidelines.
• Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to physician's orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
• Incorporates patient care goals established in the Plan of Care, into therapy care.
• Instructs patients and/or their families in the appropriate and safe use of prosthetic, orthotic and assistive devices (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.).
• Instructs the patient and/or caregiver in the therapy home program

Job description

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide home-visit physical therapy services in the United States. The role involves direct patient care, supervising under a Physical Therapist, and ensuring plans of care are followed in the home setting.

You will lead patient-centered therapy, instruct families, and adapt plans to individual needs. Salary is hourly with comprehensive benefits, and travel up to 50% is required.