Physical Therapist Assistant

Home&Care Home Health; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Home&Care Home Health in Billings, Montana, is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient-centered care in the home health setting. You will implement treatment plans, document care, and coordinate with the Physical Therapist to ensure quality outcomes.

Applicants should have an Associate degree in Physical Therapy, a current state license, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license to travel to patient homes.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an 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: Implement physical therapy treatment plans as developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Therapeutic Exercises: Provide active and passive exercises, massage, traction, and modalities as prescribed.
• Document Patient Care: Record daily/weekly/monthly patient care and submit paperwork on time.
• Educational Participation: Attend meetings and coordinate department in-services.
• Report Issues: Notify PT or Executive Director of equipment issues or changes.
• Scheduling and Office Tasks: Schedule patients and perform office tasks.
• Infection Control: Follow infection control principles during patient care.
• Clinical Assignments: Accept assignments matching education and competence.
• Promote Compliance: Educate and assist with compliance with third-party payors.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Auto insurance

Reliable transportation

Current CPR certification

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy

Current state license to practice Physical Therapy

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