Physical Therapist Assistant (Home Health)

LHC Group; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant in Lake Charles, Louisiana. This full-time role involves improving patients' well-being through treatment and instruction while allowing independence and career growth. Candidates must be licensed and have at least one year of PTA experience, emphasizing compassionate care in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed, registered, or certified to assist in physical therapy.
• CPR certification and a valid driver's license are required.
• Must have at least one year of experience as a licensed PTA in LA or TX.

Responsibilities

• Performs treatment and provides exercise instruction to improve patients' well-being.
• Builds trusted therapist-patient relationships.
• Follows the established plan of care.

Skills

Patient Education

Exercise Instruction

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (Home Health)

Pay Competitive

Location Lake Charles/Louisiana

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: 2023-198142 Summary We are hiring for a Physical Therapy Assistant F/T, PART-TIME OR PRN At SOUTHERN HOME HEALTH we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families,each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people.You can find a home for your career here. As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you can expect: the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities independence and autonomy career growth possibilities Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare. Responsibilities The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care. Education and Experience License Requirements Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice. Current CPR certification is required. Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation. Additional State Requirements LA and TX: Must have one (1) year of experience as a licensed PTA. No additional state specific requirements. LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic. SOUTHERN HOME HEALTH Is part of the LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: “It's all about helping people.”

About the company

LHC Group, Inc. is a national provider of in-home healthcare services and innovations, providing quality, value-based healthcare to patients primarily within the comfort and privacy of their home or place of residence. LHC Group’s services cover a wide range of healthcare needs for patients and families dealing with illness, injury, or chronic conditions. The company’s 32,000 employees deliver home health, hospice, home and community based services, and facility-based care in 35 states and the District of Columbia – reaching 60 percent of the U.S. population aged 65 and older. LHC Group is the preferred in-home healthcare partner for 350 leading hospitals around the country.

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