Physical Therapist Assistant

Best Home Health Providers, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Mileage Reimbursement

Paid Sick Days

Paid Bereavement Leave

Skills Training & Development

Company Social Events

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Best Home Health Providers, Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to work under a licensed PT, delivering hands-on therapy in patients' homes across the Bay Area. The role emphasizes mobility restoration and independent activities, with per diem pay of $95 per visit.

Qualified candidates hold an APTA-accredited PTA degree, California PTA license, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license with reliable vehicle. Travel to patient homes is required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an APTA-accredited PTA program.
• Active PTA license from the California Physical Therapy Board.
• Current CPR certification with AHA.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable, insured vehicle and willingness to travel to patient homes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on physical therapy under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, following each patient's care plan.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises, gait and transfer training, and the use of assistive devices (wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, prosthetics).
• Apply physical modalities including heat, cold, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and massage to relieve pain and restore function.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to the Physical Therapist and care team.
• Document care accurately and on time, and participate in team meetings and ongoing training.
• Perform other duties as required for patient services

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Willingness to travel

Education

Associate's degree (APTA PTA program)

Job description

At Best Home Health Providers Inc., we've gone from treating 10 patients to thousands of patients all throughout the Bay Area and beyond in just 6 years. We've won awards for our high-quality care with patients and continue to grow rapidly. At Best, you and the patients aren't a number.

Our mission is to ensure a smooth transition for patients returning home from medical facilities by offering expert guidance throughout their recovery journey. As a Physical Therapist Assistant with Best Home Health Providers, you will work alongside a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients recover, regain mobility, and return to the activities they love - all from the comfort of their homes.

Please note that this role is per diem with a rate of $95 per visit.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on physical therapy under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, following each patient's care plan.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises, gait and transfer training, and the use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetics.
• Apply physical modalities including heat, cold, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and massage to relieve pain and restore function.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to the Physical Therapist and care team.
• Document care accurately and on time, and participate in team meetings and ongoing training.
• Perform other duties as required for patient services

• Associate's degree from an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Active PTA license from the Physical Therapy Board of California.
• Current CPR certification with AHA.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license, reliable insured vehicle, and willingness to travel to patient homes.

• Flexible Schedule
• Ability to Convert to Full-Time Based On Performance If Interested
• Paid Sick Days
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Skills Training & Development
• Company Social Events
• Mileage Reimbursement for Patient to Patient Visits
• Referral Bonus