Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

Optum; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k plan

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled home-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence, while promoting safety in the patient’s home environment.

You will collaborate with patients, caregivers, and the care team to support recovery, document progress, and participate in interdisciplinary activities within a

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the assigned state.
• Graduate from an accredited PTA educational program as set by CAPTE.
• One year related PTA experience for home health cases; or regional leadership approval if less than one year.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed PT.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment to the PT and clinical staff.
• Maintains documentation of supervisory activities in medical records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports patient care conferences and quality improvement activities.

Skills

One year PTA experience

CPR certification

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled home-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence, while promoting safety in the patient’s home environment.

You will collaborate with patients, caregivers, and the care team to support recovery, document progress, and participate in interdisciplinary activities within a