Physical Therapist Assistant (IPT)- Home Health

Springfield Clinic; Springfield, Ann Arbor (IL, MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to provide personalized care to patients in their homes. This role involves administering physical therapy modalities, promoting healthy lifestyles, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient recovery. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in physical therapy, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering evidence-based care. Join a dynamic team that values professional growth and patient-centered service, making a real difference in the lives of individuals in your community.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CAPTE approved Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• One year of outpatient, SNF, or inpatient rehab care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy modalities in patients' homes.
• Promote healthy lifestyles by improving strength and flexibility.
• Complete required documentation for patient visits.

Skills

Professional behavior and communication skills

Strong communication skills

Flexibility

Self-direction

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Completion of CAPTE approved program

One year of relevant experience

Tools

Standard office equipment

Job description

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant will administer comprehensive physical therapy modalities/regimens to patients in their place of residence for the purpose of developing and restoring function through rehabilitative physical therapy as prescribed by a physician.

Principal Responsibilities

• Follow plan of care developed by Physical Therapist using a variety of treatment techniques.


• Promote clients' healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination


• Consult and practice with other health professionals, involved with patients care.


• Provide quality, personalized, evidence-based care, and proven interventions, specific to patient's needs.


• Encouraging and help motivate the patient during their recovery process.


• Completes required documentation to complete the patients visits and episodes, as required by federal, state and payor guidelines.


• Instructs patients and family/significant others in home exercise programs, to facilitate function.

Education/Experience

• Successful completion of a Physical Therapy Assistant program approved by CAPTE, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education


• One year of Outpatient, SNF, or Inpatient Rehab care experience is required.


• Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant


• Must have dependable transportation, possess a valid state driver's license and automobile insurance

Licenses/Certificates

• Currently licensed by the Illinois State Board of Physical Therapy.


• Current AHA CPR certification is required.


• Reliable means of transportation, valid IL driver's license and vehicle liability insurance

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Professional behavior and communication skills


• Strong communication skills, flexibility, and professionalism


• Self-direction with a strong sense of team commitment


• Strong organizational and time management

Working Environment

• This job operates in a variety of settings, including but not limited to professional office environment, patient's homes, and car.


• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.


• Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions


• Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases

PHI/Privacy Level

HIPAA1