Home Health PTA: Impactful Care & Equity

Jobtome; Belmont (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver in-home care under a PT's supervision. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance and independence, while ensuring safety and quality of care in patients' homes.

Required are an active PTA license for the state, CAPTE-accredited education, plus CPR certification and a valid driving license with reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a PTA in the assigned state.
• Graduate from CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• One year PTA experience in home health preferred; mentoring/residency may be required for less experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services under supervision of licensed PT in patients' homes.
• Document patient progress and report changes to supervising PT and care team.
• Support recovery and improve mobility, strength, balance and independence at home.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and coordinate follow-up with referring agency.
• Participate in care conferences, chart audits and quality improvement activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

State PTA license

CPR certification

Driver's license & reliable transport

1 year PTA home health experience

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver in-home care under a PT's supervision. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance and independence, while ensuring safety and quality of care in patients' homes.

Required are an active PTA license for the state, CAPTE-accredited education, plus CPR certification and a valid driving license with reliable transportation.