Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

Jobtome; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled therapy in patients’ homes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role emphasizes enhancing mobility, balance, and independence while promoting safety and high-quality home health care.

You will work with patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team, following an approved plan of care, with responsibilities including documentation and coordination of post-discharge follow-up care.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant (state-specific).
• Graduate from an accredited PTA program per CAPTE.
• One year of related PTA home health experience or approval from regional clinical leaders.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides PT services under supervision of a licensed PT.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment to the supervising PT and clinical staff.
• Documents supervisory activities in the patient’s medical record.
• Makes recommendations for follow-up care with subsequent referrals.

Skills

PTA license

Experience

CPR certification

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled therapy in patients’ homes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role emphasizes enhancing mobility, balance, and independence while promoting safety and high-quality home health care.

You will work with patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team, following an approved plan of care, with responsibilities including documentation and coordination of post-discharge follow-up care.