Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

Jobtome; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled care in patients' homes under a supervising physical therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence while prioritizing safety and quality of life at home.

Required qualifications include CAPTE-accredited PTA program, current WA PTA license, CPR, a driver’s license with reliable transportation, and at least 1 year of PTA/home

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited PTA program per CAPTE.
• Current license to practice as a PTA in the assigned state.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least 1 year PTA/home health experience; if less, regional clinical leaders' approval and mentoring/residency participation.

Responsibilities

• Provides PT services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment.
• Documents supervisory activities and patient progress.
• Promotes wellness and prevention, and plans for follow-up care.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary care team and agencies.

Skills

Driver's License

Reliable transportation

CPR certification

One year PTA/home health experience

Mentoring/residency eligibility

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled care in patients' homes under a supervising physical therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence while prioritizing safety and quality of life at home.

Required qualifications include CAPTE-accredited PTA program, current WA PTA license, CPR, a driver’s license with reliable transportation, and at least 1 year of PTA/home