In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant — Caring Impact

Dovetail Health Inc.; West Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of Optum, hires Physical Therapist Assistants to provide skilled therapy in patients' homes under a licensed Physical Therapist. You’ll implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and coordinate with caregivers and the care team to improve mobility, balance and independence.

The role includes per-visit and hourly pay structures, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on safe, home-based care. License and CAPTE-accredited education are required, with mentoring options for less

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant, specific to the state you're assigned to work in.
• Graduate from an accredited PTA program as per CAPTE.
• One year of related PTA experience in home health preferred.
• If less than one year of experience, mentoring/residency may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed PT and within plan of care.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment and changes in condition.
• Promotes wellness and resources for future needs; documents supervisory activities.
• Monitors and documents patient responses to therapy and participates in quality activities.
• Makes follow-up care recommendations and coordinates with other care providers.

Skills

PTA license

CAPTE education

1 year home health experience

CPR certification

Job description

Amedisys, part of Optum, hires Physical Therapist Assistants to provide skilled therapy in patients' homes under a licensed Physical Therapist. You’ll implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and coordinate with caregivers and the care team to improve mobility, balance and independence.

The role includes per-visit and hourly pay structures, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on safe, home-based care. License and CAPTE-accredited education are required, with mentoring options for less