Physical Therapist Assistant

AuthoraCare Collective; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

7 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

life insurance

403B match after 12 months of service

Job summary

AuthoraCare Collective is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Case Manager for Home Health. This full-time role runs Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, providing services to restore function and improve mobility under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

The PTA will document goals and outcomes, work with an interdisciplinary team, and maintain treatment plans for home health patients, carrying out various therapeutic methods and equipment usage to ease pain and increase

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (IDT).
• Documentation of patient goals and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates patient care per Plan of Treatment.
• Assess patient/family needs and adjust Plan of Care.
• Maintain therapeutic relationship and provide education to patient/caregiver.
• Identify patient/family goals with IDT and implement Plan of Care.
• Communicate Plan of Care changes to patient/family/facility.
• Follow infection control policies.

Skills

CPR certification

Team collaboration

Documentation

Patient care

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Brief Description

AuthoraCare Collective is currently seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Case Manager - Home Health. This position is Full-Time: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, prevent, or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries and disease under the direction of the Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant adheres to the therapy plan of treatment for a case load of home health patients in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team (IDT). Works with the Physical Therapist and Patient Physician to maintain a treatment plan using a variety of methods, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment to ease pain and help increase mobility and endurance.

The Physical Therapist Assistant will establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with patients, including providing community support for resources and education. Will document the goals and outcomes of care and brings experience and passion in working in an environment that follows AuthoraCare core values of humanity, compassion, empowerment, and excellence as well as inclusion of all team members, patients, and caregivers.

Benefits

Our team members enjoy the following benefits: Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• Paid time off (PTO)
• 7 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 403B match after 12 months of service.
• Other benefits include mileage reimbursement, flexible work schedules, professional growth and development opportunities, and employee engagement activities.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association.
• Minimum of one-year physical therapy assistant experience home health or facility preferred.
• Current and unrestricted Physical Therapy Assistant Licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Other: Valid state-issued driver's license required. Must carry automobile liability insurance at limits required by agency. Must have own transportation.

Key Responsibilities

Delivery of Patient Care

• Directs and coordinates the care and services provided to patients in accordance with the patient’s Plan of Treatment based on all assessments.
• Responsible for continuous assessment of patient/family needs and implementation of interdisciplinary Plan of Treatment.
• Works with IDT to identify patient/family goals of care and establish and maintain the Plan of Care.
• Establishes therapeutic relationship with patient/caregiver, including providing emotional support and teaching about disease progression and symptom management.
• Recognizes influence of culture, ethics, and beliefs on clinical decision making.
• Makes home visits in accordance with Plan of Treatment.
• Communicates applicable changes to the Plan of Care to patient/family/facility as applicable.
• Complies with infection control and exposure control policies.

Summary

Our Mission:

AuthoraCare Collective empowers people to be active participants in their care journey, enabling them to live on their own terms through personalized support for mind, body, and spirit.

Our patients are always the author of their life story. During a challenging illness, AuthoraCare Collective helps them author more moments that matter, regardless of the stage of their illness or condition. This is captured by our tagline: Your Story. Our Expert Care.