Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

Jobtome; Unionville (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys in North Carolina is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide skilled PT services in patients' homes under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role focuses on improving mobility, strength, balance, and independence while ensuring safety and comfort at home.

You'll collaborate with patients, families, and the care team to implement individualized treatment plans, document progress, and participate in care conferences.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a PTA in the assigned state.
• Graduate from CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• One year PTA experience in home health preferred; if less, regional clinical leadership approval may be required.
• Current CPR certification.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist and in accordance with the plan of care.
• Observes, records and reports the patient’s response to treatment and any change in condition.
• Provides resources for future needs and promotes wellness and prevention.
• Includes documentation of supervisory activities in the patient’s medical record.
• Monitors and documents the patient’s response to physical therapy intervention.
• Participates in patient care conferences, in services, chart audits and quality improvement activities.
• Maintains confidentiality of information relating to the PT-client relationship.
• Makes follow-up care recommendations and coordinates with the admitting agency and other providers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR cert

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys in North Carolina is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide skilled PT services in patients' homes under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role focuses on improving mobility, strength, balance, and independence while ensuring safety and comfort at home.

You'll collaborate with patients, families, and the care team to implement individualized treatment plans, document progress, and participate in care conferences.