Physical Therapist Assistant

Addus HomeCare; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great culture and team atmosphere

401(k) retirement plan with company-m 

Tuition reimbursement

Generous time off

Paid holidays

Employee referral program

Merit increases

Employee discount programs

Work/life balance

Job summary

Ambercare Homecare in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our growing team. This full-time role runs Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, with duties under a licensed physical therapist.

You will provide direct physical therapy services, assist with exercises, gait training, transfers, and in-home care, documenting progress in the patient record. Qualified applicants have an accredited PTA associate degree, NM licensure, CPR, and prefer 1 year of experience; reliable

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science approved by APTA.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of practice.
• At least one year of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant (preferred).
• CPR certification currently active.
• Ability to perform home visits and provide nursing care in the home environment.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy under supervision of a qualified physical therapist and according to the plan of care.
• Treat patients to relieve pain, restore function and maintain maximum performance.
• Guide patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, gait and functional training, and transfers.
• Administer non-complex therapies (heat, cold, massage, electrical modalities) as prescribed.
• Instruct and motivate patients in learning and improving functional activities.
• Document treatments and progress in the clinical record.
• Report changes in patient condition to supervising therapist and director.
• Instruct patients on use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic/orthotic devices.

Education

Associate degree in PTA program (approved by APTA)

Job description

Come work for one of the largest Home Health Care companies in the State of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is looking for Physical Therapist Assistant to come join our rapidly growing team in Albuquerque, NM.

• Full-Time
• Monday through Friday
• 8am to 5pm

We offer:

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits effective the first of the month
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs
• Work/life balance

What You’ll Do:

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Administer non-complex therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water and electrical modalities to clients with relatively stable conditions
• Instruct, motivate and assist clients in learning and improving functional activities
• Observe clients progress and response to treatment and report finding to the physical therapist
• Assist in preparing clinical notes and progress reports documenting physical therapy treatments performed and submit them for review into the clinical record
• Report any changes in the client’s condition to the qualified supervising Physical Therapist and Director of Nursing/ Director of Therapy. Changes in the plan of care may be made following authorization, instruction and supervision by the Physical Therapist
• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of practice
• At least one (1) years’ experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant (preferred)
• Complies and maintains current CPR certification.
• Ability to make home visits and provide nursing care in the home environment
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance

Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index. View the full rankings here: https://www.indeed.com/employers/work-wellbeing/work-wellbeing-100-ranking.