Physical Therapist Assistant

Rutland Area Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice; Saint Albans Town (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Flexible schedule

Continuing education tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading home health care provider in Vermont is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Franklin County. The role involves collaborating with Physical Therapists to implement treatment plans, providing skilled therapy, and coordinating patient care. Candidates must have an Associate's degree and a valid PTA license. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive work environment. Join our team today in delivering compassionate care to our patients.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited university required.
• Valid Vermont State Physical Therapist Assistant license is mandatory.
• Prior experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing a care plan to promote patient independence and safety.
• Provide skilled physical therapy treatment and assess patient progress.
• Coordinate patient care with other clinical team members.
• Identify and report changes in patient conditions to the case manager.
• Complete required paperwork in compliance with regulations and standards.

Skills

Patient care coordination

Flexibility

Time management

Ability to work independently

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Valid Vermont State Physical Therapist Assistant license

Job description

Overview

VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region is looking to hire a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for Franklin County. Are you looking to further your career in home health therapy? Would you like to work for a caring and supportive medical company that values its employees? If so, please read on!

This home health PTA position earns a competitive wage and offers up to a $3,000 sign on bonus. We also offer great benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) plan with employer match, flexible schedule, continuing education tuition assistance, and CEU work courses. If this sounds like the right home health opportunity for you, apply today!

About VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region

Based in Vermont, we are one of the largest non-profit home health and hospice care agency that delivers a wide range of advanced medical care with compassion, dependability, and expertise to people of all ages. Our mission is to provide the best care for every person and to put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. We strive to give customized care to individuals with chronic diseases and conditions as well as those who need short-term care. For our services, we have been recognized as one of the nation\'s top 100 performing home health agencies by HomeCare Elite.

A Day in the Life of a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

As a PTA, under the supervision of a physical therapist, you will be responsible for implementing and documenting a plan of treatment for patients of all ages.

• In collaboration with the Physical Therapists, assists in the development of a plan of care to promote optimal functional independence and safety as documented by clinical record.
• Plans for and provides skilled physical therapy treatment including, but not limited to, restorative and maintenance therapeutic techniques, patient/care giver education, etc. assessing the patient\'s status and progress on each visit and ensuring quality of care as documented in the clinical record.
• Assists in the coordination patient care with other clinical team members, including but not limited to, physicians, nurses, care givers, physical therapists, other rehab services and students, ensuring optimal patient care and communication as noted in the clinical record.
• Actively remains vigilant to identify and report changes in patient conditions related to prescribed plan of care, and takes action to report changes in patient status to case manager in a timely manner.
• Completes and coordinates required paperwork in compliance with federal and state regulations, organizational and departmental policies and standards of care and APTA guidelines to ensure that documentation reflects care provided and the outcomes achieved as evidenced in the clinical record.

Qualifications

• Associate\'s degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited university or college required.
• Valid Vermont State Physical Therapist Assistant license required.
• Prior physical therapist assistant experience preferred.
• Valid Driver\'s License.
• Continuing education tuition assistance for work-related courses, to eligible staff

Do you enjoy helping people? Are you able to display flexibility? Can you balance multiple tasks at once while demonstrating good time management? Are you willing to take the initiative? Can you get the job done with minimal supervision? If so, you might just be perfect for this home health care position!

Ready to join our home health and hospice care 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 Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!