Home Health PTA | Per Diem, Flexible Schedule, Growth

Caring Hand Home Health Solutions, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 1,000 - 1,100; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Mileage Reimbursement

Referral Bonus

Skills Training & Development

Company Social Events

Paid Sick Days

Paid Bereavement Leave

Job summary

Caringhand Home Health Solutions, Inc is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist Assistant to work alongside a licensed Physical Therapist in patients' homes. You will help patients recover, regain mobility, and return to daily activities, guided by individualized care plans.

The role involves hands-on therapy, patient education, and documentation, with potential to convert to full-time based on performance. A valid PTA license in CA and CPR certification are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Active PTA license from the Physical Therapy Board of California.
• Current CPR certification with AHA.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license, reliable insured vehicle, and willingness to travel to patient homes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on physical therapy under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, following each patient's care plan.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises, gait and transfer training, and use of assistive devices.
• Apply physical modalities including heat, cold, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and massage to relieve pain and restore function.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to the Physical Therapist and care team.
• Document care accurately and on time, and participate in team meetings and ongoing training.
• Perform other duties as required for patient services

Skills

Communication

Organization

Education

Associate's degree from an APTA-accredited PTA program

Job description

Caringhand Home Health Solutions, Inc is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist Assistant to work alongside a licensed Physical Therapist in patients' homes. You will help patients recover, regain mobility, and return to daily activities, guided by individualized care plans.

The role involves hands-on therapy, patient education, and documentation, with potential to convert to full-time based on performance. A valid PTA license in CA and CPR certification are required for this role.