Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health PRN (3667)

Brooks Rehabilitation; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooks Rehabilitation in Daytona Beach, FL is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide home health therapy on a PRN basis. You will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, assess patient needs, and contribute to evolving treatment plans while delivering patient education and safe discharge instructions.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, maintaining billing logs, and coordinating with the care team to ensure timely, high-quality therapy in the patient’s home.

Qualifications

• Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant in Florida.
• Current BLS certification.
• PRN/home health setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy treatments under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
• Assesses patient status and contributes to plan of care updates.
• Maintains accurate daily billing charges and productivity log.
• Documents progress notes and education provided to patient and family.
• Ensures patient safety and prepares for discharge with home exercise instructions.

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (FL)

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health PRN DaytonaPosition Summary : The Physical Therapist Assistant administers physical therapy treatments to patients working under the direction of, and as an assistant to the Physical Therapist.Job Responsibilities:Assessment and Plan of Care/TreatmentReviews patient’s medical record for physician orders and/or change in patient statusRegularly works with the therapist in developing individual patient therapy plans. Administers physical therapy treatment to the patients as defined by the plan of care established by the Physical TherapistUpdates and adjusts treatment plan, as appropriate, in conjunction with the Physical Therapist, based on patient/family needs, goals, strengths, age, abilities, and preferencesConfers with the Physical Therapist and/or other health care professionals to exchange and discuss patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programsAssists in preparing patient, guest, client, and resident safety for discharge, through instruction of patient and family/caregiver and written home exercise program as necessaryManages schedule to meet departmental productivity expectations using sound clinical and professional reasoningResponds to changes in work schedule as necessary continually using time between patients and assigned duties for departmental needsAttends staff meetings and in-servicesMaintains accurate daily billing charges and productivity logDocuments progress notes, case conference updates, appropriate scores, family/patient education, and all other forms in accordance with departmental policy and procedure. Contributes to discharge note as appropriateMaintains accurate, comprehensive, and professional written documentationPerform other duties as may be required from managementJob Qualifications:Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of FloridaHands-on BLS CardMaintains confidentiality of all patient informationAdheres to policies and procedures specific to patient rightsMaintains a clean and safe environment; identifies and reports hazards. Assures patients, guest, clients, and residents safetyMeets all requirements for mandatory in-service meetings and training sessionsAdheres to policies/procedures specific to universal precautions when delivering patient careAdheres to policies regarding attendance, conduct, grooming, and dress codeExhibits excellent service to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workersShows courtesy, compassion and respect for all customersPromotes the mission, vision, and values of the organizationComplies with professional, regulatory, ethical, and legal standardsLocation:1673 Mason Ave # 201, Daytona Beach, FL 32117Qualifications