In-Home PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

Optum; Hershey (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled home health services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will carry out individualized plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence in patients at home.

Requirements include an active PTA license, CAPTE-accredited education, and CPR certification. Prior home health experience is preferred; mentoring is available for less-experienced candidates.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant in the assigned state.
• Graduate from an accredited physical therapy assistant program per CAPTE.
• One year of PTA experience in home health care preferred; if less, mentoring approved by regional leaders.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under supervision of a licensed PT.
• Document patient progress and changes to care plan with the supervising PT.
• Facilitate patient recovery and promote safety in home settings.
• Document supervisory activities in the medical record.

Skills

License to practice PTA

CPR certification

Home health care experience

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled home health services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will carry out individualized plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence in patients at home.

Requirements include an active PTA license, CAPTE-accredited education, and CPR certification. Prior home health experience is preferred; mentoring is available for less-experienced candidates.