Physical Therapist

TRUST HOME CARE INC; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

TRUST HOME CARE INC is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team in a patient-focused role. You will assist patients with therapeutic exercises, monitor progress, and maintain accurate records in a supportive environment.

The ideal candidate holds a current state PTA license and can work independently as well as within a team, promoting safety, motivation, and optimal recovery outcomes for diverse patients in a home-care setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a positive, nurturing environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks by correcting form, motivating them, and ensuring their safety.
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress.
• Assist patients using support devices, such as a walker, cane, or wheelchair.
• Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes, providing positive support, encouragement, and simple advice for their daily lives.
• Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Positive environment

MS Office

Decision making under pressure

Education

State PTA license required

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team! As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will be working closely with patients each day to assist them as they exercise or practice daily tasks, motivate and encourage them, and correct their posture or form as needed. You will also be recording accurate patient records, setting up all needed equipment and tools for each patient, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. The ideal candidate works well both independently and within a team, can maintain a positive attitude to encourage patients in recovery, and has existing knowledge of physical therapy guidelines and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks by correcting form, motivating them, and ensuring their safety
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient
• Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress
• Assist patients using support devices, such as a walker, cane, or wheelchair
• Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes, providing positive support, encouragement, and simple advice for their daily lives
• Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
• The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment