Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

Jobtome; Rome (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Recognition programs

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled PT services in patients' homes under supervision. You will implement treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence, while ensuring safety and coordinating with the care team to support recovery at home.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, participating in care conferences, and ensuring confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant in the assigned state.
• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited PTA educational program.
• One year of PTA experience in home health or approval by leadership if less than one year.
• Current CPR certification.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services under supervision of a licensed PT in patients' homes.
• Observes and reports patient responses and changes to the supervising PT.
• Promotes wellness and prevention and documents supervisory activities in medical records.
• Coordinates with care team and follows care plan to support recovery at home.
• Participates in conferences, chart audits, quality initiatives, and peer-review activities.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and coordinates follow-up care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Licensed PTA

CAPTE accredited program

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled PT services in patients' homes under supervision. You will implement treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence, while ensuring safety and coordinating with the care team to support recovery at home.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, participating in care conferences, and ensuring confidentiality.