Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

Optum; Texas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase

Recognition programs

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled care in patients' homes under a licensed PT. You will implement individualized plans to improve mobility and safety, while collaborating with patients, caregivers, and the care team.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, participating in quality improvement, and coordinating follow-up with relevant agencies. A strong focus on compassionate, home-based care is essential.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a PTA in the assigned state.
• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• Current CPR certification.
• 1+ year of PTA experience in home health or similar setting.
• If less than one year, regional clinical leaders' approval and mentoring/residency participation required.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under the direction of a licensed PT and per plan of care.
• Observe, record, and report patient response and changes to supervising staff.
• Promote wellness and prevention resources.
• Document supervisory activities in the patient’s medical record.
• Monitor patient response and adjust interventions as needed.
• Participate in care conferences and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Coordinate follow-up care with the admitting agency and other providers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

PTA license

CPR certification

Clinical experience

Residency/mentoring

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled care in patients' homes under a licensed PT. You will implement individualized plans to improve mobility and safety, while collaborating with patients, caregivers, and the care team.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, participating in quality improvement, and coordinating follow-up with relevant agencies. A strong focus on compassionate, home-based care is essential.