Physical Therapist Assistant - Otterbein Staffing Agency

Otterbein SeniorLife; Tipp City (OH); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 61.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Otterbein Staffing Agency is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Home Health team. You will provide rehabilitative PT in patients’ homes under a licensed PT, aiding ambulation, gait, and home exercise programs while coordinating with families and the care team.

We require CAPTE-approved PTA education, an Ohio PTA license, and a valid driver’s license. This PRN position offers competitive per-visit pay with weekend differentials and opportunities to impact

Formación

• Graduate of a PTA program approved by CAPTE.
• Minimum of three (3) years full-time PTA experience or 2,000 hours of patient care.
• Current Ohio license as Physical Therapist Assistant (or application in process).
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Satisfactory criminal background check.

Responsabilidades

• Provide physical therapy services to home health patients under licensed PT supervision.
• Perform PTA procedures in the patient’s home.
• Administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, modalities as prescribed.
• Assist and motivate patients to improve mobility and independence.
• Instruct patients and families on home exercises and use of assistive devices.
• Document patient progress and communicate updates to the supervising PT.
• Participate in home health conferences and team meetings.
• Prepare timely clinical documentation per policy.

Conocimientos

Compassionate demeanor

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Educación

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Ohio PTA license

CPR certification

Descripción del empleo

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Take control of your work schedule with Otterbein Staffing Agency (OSA) and earn some of the highest wages in the industry! The benefits of joining the OSA team include the following:

• Access to open shifts at Otterbein’s independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
• You choose when and where to work, while feeling appreciated and making a difference!
• Increase your income potential.
• Connect with a supportive community.
• Define your own career path and scheduling preferences.
  

Overview:
Otterbein Staffing Agency is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Home Health team! Experience the stability of working for an organization with more than 110 years of service caring for seniors.
The Physical Therapist Assistant provides rehabilitative physical therapy treatments to home health patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. This includes assisting with ambulation training, transfer training, gait training, and home exercise programs in accordance with the patient’s Home Health Plan of Care.
At Otterbein, you’re more than an employee, you’re a Partner in Caring. Together, we work side by side toward a shared goal: delivering person-centered care that respects every resident and the choices they make.
Whether in our vibrant communities, our welcoming small house neighborhoods, Home Health, Hospice or Home Office, we provide the highest level of compassionate, quality care.
Join our team of Partners who are talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, endearing, and truly one-of-a-kind.
Shift: PRN
Pay: $33-$44 per visit and weekend differentials
Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients according to the Home Health Plan of Care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Perform physical therapy procedures in the patient's home
• Administer non-complex therapeutic exercises, massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water, and electrical modalities to patients with relatively stable conditions
• Assist and motivate patients in improving functional mobility and independence
• Teach basic body mechanics to patients and families
• Instruct patients and family members in the proper use and care of prosthetic devices and therapeutic appliances
• Observe and document patient progress and response to treatment, reporting, findings and any condition changes to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Modify the Home Health Plan of Treatment as authorized by the physician and Physical Therapist
• Participate in home health care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Communicate plan of care updates to patients and families
• Prepare and submit clinical documentation and progress notes in a timely manner in accordance with Otterbein Home Health policies and state/federal regulations
• Complete a minimum of twelve (12) hours of in-services annually
  

Education And Experience

• Education: Graduate of Physical Therapist Assistant program approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years full-time PTA experience OR At least 2,000 hours of patient-related care experience
• Licensure/Certification
• Current Ohio license as Physical Therapist Assistant (or application in process)
• Valid Ohio driver's license
• Reliable transportation with auto insurance
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• Current CPR certification
  

Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife?
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior living options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of Lifestyle Communities, revolutionary Small House Neighborhoods, Home Health, and Hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
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