Home Health PTA — Restore Mobility & Independence

Jobtome; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled care in patients' homes under a supervising Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence, while ensuring safety and quality of life.

Requirements include CAPTE-accredited PTA education, active PTA licensure in the appropriate state, CPR certification, and at least 1 year of PTA experience in home health.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited physical therapy assistant program per CAPTE.
• Current license to practice as a PTA in the assigned state.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least 1 year of related PTA experience for home health care.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed PT.
• Observe and report patient responses and changes in condition.
• Support wellness, prevention, and ongoing patient care planning.
• Document supervisory activities in the medical record.
• Monitor patient responses to PT interventions and adjust care as needed.
• Participate in care conferences, trainings, audits, and quality activities.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and coordinate follow-up care with the admitting agency.
• Collaborate with care team and other providers for referrals to community resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

PTA licensed

CPR certified

Home health experience

Driver's license

Mentoring program

Education

CAPTE accredited PTA

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled care in patients' homes under a supervising Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence, while ensuring safety and quality of life.

Requirements include CAPTE-accredited PTA education, active PTA licensure in the appropriate state, CPR certification, and at least 1 year of PTA experience in home health.