Physical Therapist Assistant

Amedisys; Louisville (KY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading home health company as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Louisville, KY. You'll provide essential therapy services, document patient progress, and promote wellness in a supportive community environment. Enjoy competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a stable organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Wellness rewards

Mental health support

401(k) plan with company match

Family support benefits

Fleet vehicle program

Qualifications

• Current license as a physical therapy assistant in Kentucky.
• At least one year of relevant physical therapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
• Document and report patient responses and condition changes.
• Promote wellness and coordinate follow-up care.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Care

Education

Accredited PTA Program

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.

Compensation

• Hourly pay ranging from $28.00 to $48.00

What's in it for you

• A comprehensive benefits package including affordable PPO or HSA medical plans
• Paid time off
• Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services annually for those enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities, supporting your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, hobbies, and more
• Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions per year via the Amedisys Employee Assistance program
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Family support benefits including infertility treatment coverage, adoption reimbursement, paid parental leave, and family caregiver leave
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement
• And additional benefits

Note: Benefit eligibility varies by position and shift status. Participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan.

Why choose Amedisys?

• Supportive, community-based care centers with an inclusive work environment
• Better work/life balance and flexibility
• Job stability and growth opportunities within a growing company
• The chance to make a meaningful impact by providing care in patients' homes

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under supervision of a licensed physical therapist, in accordance with the physician-approved care plan
• Observe, document, and report patient responses and condition changes to the supervising PT, physician, and clinical staff
• Promote wellness, prevention, and resources for future needs
• Document supervisory activities in the patient's medical record
• Monitor and record patient responses to therapy interventions
• Participate in care conferences, in-services, audits, quality improvement, and peer-review activities
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information
• Coordinate follow-up care and utilize community resources as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Current license as a physical therapy assistant in the state of employment
• Graduate from an accredited PTA program per CAPTE standards
• At least one year of relevant physical therapy experience for new home health PTAs; less than one year requires approval from regional clinical leaders and mentoring or residency participation
• Current CPR certification

Our compensation varies by geographic location, job knowledge, skills, and experience.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics.