Physical Therapist Assistant: Home Health

21st Century Home Health Services Inc.; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading home health agency dedicated to compassionate patient care as a Physical Therapist Assistant. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with patients in their homes, developing tailored treatment plans to enhance mobility and restore function. Enjoy a flexible schedule, autonomy in your work, and a supportive team environment. With an impressive track record of low hospital readmission rates and a commitment to employee satisfaction, this innovative firm is recognized as a top workplace in healthcare. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedules

Company Provided Device

Mileage Reimbursement

401k with Matching

Generous PTO

Medical and Dental Insurance

Pet Insurance

Annual CEUs/Training

Competitive Compensation

Incentive Bonus Program

Qualifications

• Licensed PTA in California with strong communication and organization skills.
• Home health experience and CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing quality patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Develop fitness and wellness programs to promote mobility and prevent disability.

Skills

California PTA License

Home Health Experience

Current CPR License

Computer Proficiency

Strong Organization Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Critical Thinking

Self-Directed

Tools

MedBridge Software

Web-Based Communication Applications

Job description

At 21st Century Home Health Services (HHS), we are committed to treating every patient with the same empathy, compassion and understanding that we would show our family. With over 350 employees, we are the largest Home Health Agency in San Francisco and the fastest growing in the Bay Area. We provide care to over 3,000 patients in San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Alameda, Contra Costa, Solano and Napa Counties.

We are proud to share that we are expanding into Yolo, Sacramento, and San Joaquin Counties!

Our Clinicians are not only dedicated to the patients we serve, but to each other. The proof is in our outcomes: Hospital readmission rates for 21st Century HHS are consistently under 10% while the industry average is over 15%. We have the highest Medicare classification rating of 5-stars, based on a set criteria determining excellence.

With immense pride, we are thrilled to share that 21HHS has achieved a remarkable accomplishment - we have been honored with a prestigious 2024 Top Workplaces for Healthcare award! We placed 12th nationwide and placed the highest of all Home Health agencies! This recognition is a testament to our collective efforts in cultivating an exceptional workplace culture.

All Opportunities at 21st Century require you to be in the field visiting patients' homes. We do not offer work from home/remote opportunities unless noted.

Full Time Physical Therapist Assistant

Anticipated Territory: Santa Clara County: Palo Alto*

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care and address the needs of individuals in their homes, so they can live safely and productively in their home environment.

What you'll do as a 21st Century Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant:

• Examine each individual and develop a plan using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability.
• Work with patients to prevent the loss of mobility before it occurs by developing fitness- and wellness-oriented programs for healthier and more active lifestyles.

Why you Should Come Work for us as a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant:

• Flexible work schedules: Create your own schedule and hours
• Small territories
• Autonomy: No clocking in/out
• Low turnover/High morale
• Work/life balance
• Helpful software and communication tools
• Company provided annual member to MedBridge for CEUs/Training and patient facing HEP
• Company issued device; choice of Ipad or Laptop
• Mileage/Vehicle Reimbursement
• Outstanding benefits for you and your family including 401k with matching. Generous PTO, Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Pet Insurance and More!
• Competitive compensation with achievable incentive bonus program

To be a success as a 21st Century Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant:

• License PTA in California
• Home Health experience is highly preferred
• Current CPR License
• Current CA Driver's License
• Computer Proficiency
• Strong organization and communication skills
• Work well independently and in a team
• Excel at building rapport with patients and providing the highest quality of care
• Experience with high acuity patients is a plus
• Experience working with an interdisciplinary team is highly desired
• Case Management fundamentals is highly desired
• Self-Directed
• Empathetic
• Critical thinker
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Leadership skills
• Organized

Prior to scheduling an in-person interview, all Candidates are required to complete a computer literacy and competency assessment. This is to ensure you are set up for success and can navigate in our environment including electronic charting, shared understanding of company values and use of our web based communication application. The results of the assessment are confidential and will be used as one of multiple data points included in the hiring decision process.

Salary: $85,000 - $160,000 a year

Estimated Wage range Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA): $85,000.00 - $160,000.00. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. 21st Century offers generous bonus incentive plans, comprehensive health benefits and 401k (Up to 4% match).

*You will be assigned to a primary location, however you will be expected to be available to cover for vacancies, leave of absences, as well as supporting increased census and client care needs outside of the assigned area. 21st Century Home Health puts forth every effort to accommodate the assigned primary territory, but on occasion, in order to support safe patient care and meet the demands of a growing business, staff may be reassigned temporarily.

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21st Century Home Health Services (21HHS) is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.