Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

Interim HealthCare of NE Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 39,950 - 46,838; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Market competitive visit rates

Mileage reimbursement

401k with up to 4% match

Clinician Friendly EMR!

Job summary

Interim HealthCare of NE Florida is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide home-based therapy in the Jacksonville area. You will assess patients, plan and implement exercises, and support goals within the patient's plan of care.

The role offers a flexible schedule in a supportive home health team, with competitive hourly pay between $29.00 and $34.00 and benefits such as mileage reimbursement and a 401k match.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Program and active PTA license in Florida.
• Minimum of 1 year of physical therapy assistant experience, ideally in home healthcare.
• CPR certification.
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
• Good clinical judgement, strong interpersonal skills, dexterity and compassion.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based physical therapy to patients who have lost mobility, strength and functionality due to an illness or injury.
• Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, OT and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and goals.
• Observe movements, conduct assessments, document progress and modify care plan as needed.
• Assist patient with exercises and hands-on therapy to manage pain and increase mobility.
• Educate patients on their plan of care, established goals, exercises and self-care.
• Coach family on the plan of care, therapy goals and safely assisting with exercises.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Program

PTA license in Florida

Job description

Interim HealthCare of NE Florida is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide home-based therapy in the Jacksonville area. You will assess patients, plan and implement exercises, and support goals within the patient's plan of care.

The role offers a flexible schedule in a supportive home health team, with competitive hourly pay between $29.00 and $34.00 and benefits such as mileage reimbursement and a 401k match.