Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

Elara; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(K) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our home care team, delivering patient-focused therapy in patients' homes to promote mobility and independence.

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, the PTA will educate patients and caregivers, monitor progress, and travel between patient homes. The role requires a valid PTA license, graduation from an accredited program, and at least 6 months of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• PTA license in the state of work (unrestricted).
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• 6+ months PTA experience preferred.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services per the treatment plan.
• Help patients improve mobility, function, and independence.
• Monitor progress and report changes to supervising PT.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home therapy techniques.
• Teach use of assistive devices (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, prosthetics, orthotics).
• Deliver therapy per physician orders and standards.

Skills

Patient care

Mobility assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our home care team, delivering patient-focused therapy in patients' homes to promote mobility and independence.

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, the PTA will educate patients and caregivers, monitor progress, and travel between patient homes. The role requires a valid PTA license, graduation from an accredited program, and at least 6 months of experience preferred.