Home Health PTA — Transform Patients’ At-Home Care

Amedisys; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO plans

HSA plans

Free telehealth

Paid time off

Wellness rewards

Mental health support

401(k) with match

Family support services

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Amedisys is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide therapy services in the home health setting. You will work under the supervision of a PT and carry out the plan of care, documenting patient responses and progress to ensure quality care and outcomes.

We offer a $5,000 sign-on bonus and competitive hourly pay ranging from $41.33 to $51.66, plus benefits and support for ongoing growth and development within a national leader in home health care.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant (state-specific).
• Graduate from an accredited PTA educational program per CAPTE.
• One year related PTA/home health care experience recommended.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

Amedisys is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide therapy services in the home health setting. You will work under the supervision of a PT and carry out the plan of care, documenting patient responses and progress to ensure quality care and outcomes.

We offer a $5,000 sign-on bonus and competitive hourly pay ranging from $41.33 to $51.66, plus benefits and support for ongoing growth and development within a national leader in home health care.