Home Health PTA: Transform Mobility & Independence at Home

Elara Caring; Liberal (KS); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive insurance plans (medical

401(K) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement for full‑time/CE

Paid time off and holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Elara Caring is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our home-based care team. In this role, you will provide therapy services under the guidance of a Physical Therapist, focusing on improving mobility and independence for patients in their homes across the region.

You will educate patients and families on home therapy programs, use of assistive devices, and safety techniques, while maintaining adherence to physician orders and state guidelines.

Formación

• Current, unrestricted PTA license valid for the state of work.
• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the American Therapy Association.
• 6+ months experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferred.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license or have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Responsabilidades

• Provide physical therapy services according to the treatment plan established by the Physical Therapist.
• Help patients work toward therapy goals that improve mobility, function, and independence.
• Monitor patient progress and promptly report changes in condition or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home therapy programs and techniques to support continued progress.
• Teach patients and families how to safely use assistive devices, including canes, walkers, wheelchairs, prosthetics, and orthotics.
• Deliver safe, high-quality therapy services in accordance with physician orders, clinical standards, and state practice guidelines

Conocimientos

PTA license

Patient care

Mobility support

Driving/transportation

Educación

Accredited PTA program

Descripción del empleo

Elara Caring is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our home-based care team. In this role, you will provide therapy services under the guidance of a Physical Therapist, focusing on improving mobility and independence for patients in their homes across the region.

You will educate patients and families on home therapy programs, use of assistive devices, and safety techniques, while maintaining adherence to physician orders and state guidelines.