Home Health PTA: Improve Mobility & Independence at Home

Optum; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled home health care under a supervising Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence in patients at home.

Requirements include a PTA license in the state, CAPTE-accredited program completion, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation. Home health experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in the assigned state.
• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program as required by the role.
• One year of PTA experience in home health care or similar setting or approval from regional leaders for less experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services and interventions under the direction of a licensed PT.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment and any changes to the supervising PT.
• Maintains documentation in the patient’s medical record and coordinates with care team.

Skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled home health care under a supervising Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence in patients at home.

Requirements include a PTA license in the state, CAPTE-accredited program completion, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation. Home health experience preferred.