Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility at Home

Jobtome; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled home health care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance and independence in patients at home.

Responsibilities include monitoring responses, documenting care, and coordinating with the care team. A CAPTE-accredited PTA program graduate with current licensure and CPR certification is required.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a PTA in the assigned state.
• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• One year related PTA experience for home health; if less than one year, approval from regional clinical leaders and mentoring/residency may be required.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services under the direction of a licensed physical therapist and in accordance with plan of care.
• Observes and reports patient response to treatment and changes in condition.
• Documents supervisory activities in the medical record and coordinates care across teams.
• Promotes wellness and prevention and assists with referrals to community resources.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and participates in quality improvement activities.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled home health care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance and independence in patients at home.

Responsibilities include monitoring responses, documenting care, and coordinating with the care team. A CAPTE-accredited PTA program graduate with current licensure and CPR certification is required.