Physical Therapist Assistant

A Path of Care Home Health; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A Path of Care Home Health is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to provide high-quality services to patients in a home health care setting. The role involves assisting physical therapists, coordinating patient care, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The position offers a flexible schedule, competitive pay, and a supportive work environment that values employee growth.

Benefits

Schedule flexibility

401(k) plan

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Completion of a physical therapy education program.
• Current license in good standing in Oklahoma.
• 1+ years of physical therapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist with patient care following care plans.
• Coordinate services with other home health care staff.
• Ensure patient safety and infection control compliance.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

Physical Therapy Education Program

CPR Certification

Job description

A Path of Care Home Health of Lawton, OK is looking to hire a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). Are you personable, friendly, and someone who enjoys helping others? Do you want an opportunity to advance your career in physical therapy? Would you like to join a home health care company that strives to make a difference in the lives of both its patients and employees? If so, please read on!

This PT position earns a competitive wage. We also offer great benefits a 401(k), and schedule flexibility. If this sounds like the right opportunity in home health care for you, apply today!

ABOUT A PATH OF CARE HOME HEALTH

A Path of Care Home Health offers skilled care and support to our patients so they can live safely and independently in their own homes. We work directly with physicians to develop individualized care plans to ensure follow to ensure our patients receive the best care possible to heal. In every interaction with our patients, we strive to demonstrate our core values of credibility, accountability, responsiveness, and empathy. We strive to gain the trust and confidence of our patients; we work hard to show our competence and assume personal responsibility for our actions. We recognize that lives may be dependent on our willingness and ability to respond quickly, which is why we strive to understand the special needs of our patients and bring sunshine to their lives.

Our high quality of care would not be possible without the exceptional team we have working for us. They work hard to uphold our values and ensure that each patient is taken care of according to their individual needs. To show our appreciation, we work hard to create a supportive and fulfilling environment that helps our employees grow professionally and create long-lasting careers they can take pride in.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

As a physical therapy assistant professional in home health care, you play an essential role in providing our patients with high-quality services that are in accordance with their plan of care. You assist the Physical Therapist performing services planned, delegated and supervised by the evaluating therapist.

In addition to assisting the physical therapist you need to teach the patient and family/ caregiver. Using your exceptional communication skills, you coordinate services with other home health care staff members to ensure that patients are receiving well-rounded treatment.

You provide all services in accordance with CMS documentation and billing requirements, including functional reassessment requirements. The safety of your patients is of the utmost importance to you, and you take great care to practice infection control by following universal precautions. You also actively recognize and report any forms of abuse according to policy as well as federal and state laws. When needed, you assist with orientation for new hires and participate in any training activities. Having a job that makes a direct positive impact in the lives of your patients brings you great satisfaction, which is why you excel in this physical therapy position!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

• Successful completion of a physical therapy education program
• Current license in good standing with the state of Oklahoma medical board
• 1+ years of physical therapy experience
• CPR certification or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of being hired
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job

Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Are you able to maintain a positive and professional demeanor? Can you effectively prioritize tasks while demonstrating good time management? Are you highly organized and attentive to detail? Can you handle confidential information with discretion? If so, you might just be perfect for this PT position in home health care!

WORK SCHEDULE FOR A PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

This PRN PTA position works a flexible schedule 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this PT job in home health care, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 73501