Physical Therapist Assistant

Personal Home Care of North Carolina; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PHC Home Health Cary is seeking an energetic Physical Therapist Assistant to work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, delivering in-home services and helping patients regain strength and mobility in their own residences.

Requirements include an Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant, an active North Carolina PTA license, CPR certification, and a minimum of one year of home health or related experience; strong communication and reliable transportation are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• Current North Carolina PTA license required.
• CPR certification required.
• Minimum of 1 year of home health or related setting experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating patients and following treatment plans.
• Provide physical therapy services to patients in their homes.
• Help patients regain their strength and mobility, manage pain, and prevent further injury or disability.
• Document patient progress and communicate with other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Provide education to patients and their families about their condition and treatment plan.
• Adhere to all state and federal regulations and guidelines for physical therapy services.

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program

Active North Carolina PTA license

CPR Certification

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Job description

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide physical therapy services to patients in their homes in accordance with the Plan of Care. The assistant will help patients regain their strength and mobility, manage pain, and prevent further injury or disability. The assistant will also work with the Physical Therapist to implement treatment plans, document patient progress, and communicate with other healthcare professionals as needed.

PHC Home Health,a privately owned and operated home health agency, is rapidly growing. We are looking for an energetic and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistantto work with our Cary/Raleigh office.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating patients and following treatment plans
• Provide physical therapy services to patients in their homes
• Help patients regain their strength and mobility, manage pain, and prevent further injury or disability
• Document patient progress and communicate with other healthcare professionals as needed
• Provide education to patients and their families about their condition and treatment plan
• Adhere to all state and federal regulations and guidelines for physical therapy services

Requirements:

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current state license as a Physical Therapist Assistant
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in home health or related setting
• CPR Certification
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation