Physical Therapist Assistant - Home Care Hartford

Horizon Home Care & Hospice, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Mental Health Support

Employer 401(k) match

Job summary

Horizon Home Care & Hospice, Inc. is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide in-home therapy under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in Milwaukee County and Oak Creek.

The role emphasizes an interdisciplinary team approach to restore function and prevent disability, with care delivered in the client\'s home. Qualifications include Wisconsin PTA licensure, 2 years of PTA experience (home care preferred), and a valid WI driver's license with reliable insurance.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a PTA in Wisconsin.
• 2 years of PTA clinical experience (home care preferred).
• Current/valid WI driver's license with reliable/insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Client Treatment - Implements individualized client treatment programs as directed by the supervising Therapist.
• Documentation - Accurately record and disseminates client information.
• Continuity of Care - Effectively interacts with co-workers and medical personnel to assure continuous client care delivery of the highest quality.
• Care Management - Coordinates services provided to clients through cooperative care planning with interdisciplinary team members under the supervisor of a Therapist.
• Clinical Education & Expertise - Seeks to further the clinical skills and professional knowledge of self and peers.

Education

Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Wisconsin

2 years PTA clinical experience

Job description

Job Overview

To some people, home is a place. To others, it's a feeling. To us, it's whatever our patients need it to be, wherever they are.

Horizon Home Care & Hospice, Inc. will optimize health and quality of health and quality of life for patients and families in the home and other settings. Our clinical experience, relationship-centered care, and respect for patient rights set us apart as the region's employer and provider of choice.

Our philosophy of compassion and responsiveness extends from our employees, to our hospital sponsors and physicians, and to the patients and families we are privileged to serve.

Physical Therapist Assistant: Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, performs treatment plans to restore clients' function and prevent disability following disease, illness, injury, or loss of a body part within Milwaukee County and Oak Creek. Therapy is provided in the client's home through an interdisciplinary team approach. Provides services at quality levels consistent with professional standards of practice.

Responsibilities

• Client Treatment - Implements individualized client treatment programs as directed by the supervising Therapist.
• Documentation - Accurately record and disseminates client information
• Continuity of Care - Effectively interacts with co-workers and medical personnel to assure continuous client care delivery of the highest quality
• Care Management - Coordinates services provided to clients through cooperative care planning with interdisciplinary team members under the supervisor of a Therapist
• Clinical Education & Expertise - Seeks to further the clinical skills and professional knowledge of self and peers.

Benefits

• Work/Life Balance - No ON-Call & No Weekends!
• Competitive Pay & Mileage Reimbursement
• Comprehensive Benefit Package that includes Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mental Health Support benefits
• Retirement Savings Plan, including an Employer Match
• Extensive Orientation program to help you succeed in your new role
• Career development & advancement, Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Office, Wellness Progam, and More!

Qualifications

• Graduated after successfully completing a Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum
• Licensed as a PTA in the state of Wisconsin
• 2 years of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant (Home Care preferred)
• Current/Valid WI Drivers License; plus reliable/insured vehicle

Full-time, 40 hours/week. 1st shift. No on-call and no weekends!

Per visit, exempt.

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