Physical Therapist Assistant

Home&Care; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Home&Care is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient care in our home-health program. You will administer treatment plans, perform therapeutic exercises, and document patient progress under the Physical Therapist’s supervision.

The ideal candidate holds an A.S. in Physical Therapy, a current state license, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association accredited program.
• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification

Responsibilities

• Administer treatment plans as developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, massage, traction, and various modalities to patients.
• Document daily, weekly, or monthly records of patient care and submit clinical paperwork on time.
• Attend educational meetings and coordinate department in-services.
• Notify the Physical Therapist or Executive Director of equipment failures, supply shortages, staff or patient changes, and other departmental issues.
• Schedule patients and perform various office tasks.
• Apply infection control and universal precautions principles during patient care activities.
• Accept clinical assignments that match education and competence levels.
• Promote compliance with fiscal intermediaries and third-party payors through education, coaching, and other assistance as necessary.

Skills

CPR certification

Valid driver’s license

Reliable transportation

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy (APTA accredited)

Job description

About us:

At Home&Care, we understand the importance of receiving high-quality healthcare in the comfort of our patients home. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to providing compassionate and personalized care tailored to our patients individual needs.

Responsibilities:

• Administer Treatment Plans:Implement physical therapy treatment plans as developed by the Physical Therapist.


• Therapeutic Exercises:Provide non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, massage, traction, and various modalities (heat, light, cold, water, and electrical) to patients.


• Document Patient Care:Accurately document daily, weekly, or monthly records of patient care and submit clinical paperwork to the office on time each week.


• Educational Participation:Attend educational meetings and coordinate and contribute to department in-services.


• Report Issues:Notify the Physical Therapist or Executive Director of equipment failures, supply shortages, staff or patient changes, and other departmental issues.


• Scheduling and Office Tasks:Schedule patients and perform various office tasks.


• Infection Control:Apply infection control and universal precautions principles during patient care activities.


• Clinical Assignments:Accept clinical assignments that match education and competence levels.


• Promote Compliance:Promote compliance with fiscal intermediaries and third-party payors through education, coaching, and other assistance as necessary.

Required Experience/Skills:

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association accredited program.


• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy.


• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.


• Current CPR certification