Physical Therapist

NHC HomeCare Vero Beach; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NHC HomeCare is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our Florida team. The PTA will provide skilled therapy under the supervision of a physical therapist and assist with patient evaluations and progress toward goals in a home health setting.

Requirements include an Associate’s Degree from an accredited PTA program and current state licensure. Active membership in PT associations is preferred, with a patient-focused, collaborative approach to care.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from PTA program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association
• Must be licensed in the state of practice
• Active member of state and national Physical Therapy Associations preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist and physician orders
• Assists with evaluation of progress toward goals
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment to the therapist
• Maintains daily records of treatments and progress notes as directed

Skills

Licensed PTA

Education

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Description

\"A different kind of care that ensures you’re surrounded by people who make a difference in your life.\"

Physical Therapist Assistant for NHC HomeCare

NHC HomeCareis looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team.The Physical Therapist Assistant is a skilled technical provider of physical therapy treatments and related duties working under the direction of the Physical Therapist.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate’s Degree from a recognized Physical Therapist Assistant Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Must be licensed in the state in which the assistant will be practicing.
• Active member of state and national Physical Therapy Associations preferred.

Position Highlights:

• Provides physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist and ordered by the physician according to policies and procedures and state/federal regulation.
• Assists the physical therapist with evaluation of progress toward goals.
• Observes records and reports to the therapist the conditions, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.
• Maintains daily records of treatments. Documents progress notes regarding patients as directed by the therapist.

National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality care. Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of patients of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services.

The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge ... innovation and improvement ... teamwork and collaboration ... and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve.

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