In-Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant

Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri is seeking a skilled physical therapy assistant to provide in-home physical therapy services in Cape Girardeau, MO. The role requires a Missouri PTA license and driving to patient homes, with documentation of visits and patient progress.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans with the supervising PT, delivering direct care, coordinating with care teams, and maintaining equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to read, write, perform simple mathematics and follow directions.
• Must hold a current Missouri PTA License.
• Must have reliable transportation and proof of automobile insurance.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.
• Must furnish at least 2 credible business references with addresses and phone numbers.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lb and sit for long periods.
• Minimum of 1 year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop a schedule with PT and patient needs, and inform patient of changes.
• Develop plan of treatment with the PT and provide direct services.
• Provide services per physician orders and document patient responses.
• Submit daily visit notes and care coordination records.
• Participate in patient care conferences and maintain equipment inventory.
• Ensure proper cleaning/maintenance of equipment and refer to other disciplines as needed.
• Plan supplies and monitor costs to avoid waste; wear PPE as required.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Follow directions

Education

Missouri PTA License

Job description

Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri is seeking a skilled physical therapy assistant to provide in-home physical therapy services in Cape Girardeau, MO. The role requires a Missouri PTA license and driving to patient homes, with documentation of visits and patient progress.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans with the supervising PT, delivering direct care, coordinating with care teams, and maintaining equipment and supplies.