Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

Jobtome; Selinsgrove (Snyder County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled care in patients' homes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans that improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence while promoting safety at home.

You will monitor patient progress, document care in the medical record, and collaborate with patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team to support recovery and enhance

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant in the assigned state.
• Graduate from an accredited physical therapy assistant program as set by CAPTE.
• One year related physical therapy experience for PTAs entering home health care or approval from regional clinical leaders if less than one year.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services under the direction of a licensed physical therapist.
• Observes and reports patient response to treatment and any changes in condition.
• Documents supervisory activities in the medical record.
• Monitors patient progress and documents outcomes of PT interventions.
• Participates in conferences, in-services, audits and quality improvement activities.
• Identifies follow-up care needs and coordinates with the admitting agency and other care providers.

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled care in patients' homes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans that improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence while promoting safety at home.

You will monitor patient progress, document care in the medical record, and collaborate with patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team to support recovery and enhance