Physical Therapist Assistant Part- Time

Addus HomeCare, Inc.; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Mileage reimbursement

Employee referral program

Work/life balance

Job summary

A leading home health care company is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team part-time in Deming, NM. The role involves providing direct physical therapy under supervision, treating patients to relieve pain and enhance function. Candidates must have an Associate's degree, state licensure, and reliable transportation with a valid driver's license. This position offers a flexible schedule and requires a commitment to excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• At least one year of experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to a qualified physical therapist.
• Treats patients to relieve pain and maintain performance.
• Directs patients in therapeutic exercises.
• Administers non-complex therapeutic modalities.
• Observes clients' progress and reports to the physical therapist.

Skills

Providing direct physical therapy

Observation and reporting

Patient instruction and support

Education

Associate’s degree in science or applied science

Tools

Therapeutic modalities

Assistive devices (wheelchairs, braces, etc.)

Job description

Come work for one of the largest Home Health Care companies in the State of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is looking for Physical Therapist Assistant to come join our rapidly growing team in Deming, NM.

Part-Time 2-3 days a week

Coverage area: Deming & surrounding areas.

We offer:

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs
• Work/life balance

What You’ll Do:

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Administer non-complex therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water and electrical modalities to clients with relatively stable conditions.
• Instruct, motivate and assist clients in learning and improving functional activities.
• Observe clients progress and response to treatment and report findings to the physical therapist.
• Assist in preparing clinical notes and progress reports documenting physical therapy treatments performed and submit them for review into the clinical record.
• Report any changes in the client’s condition to the qualified supervising Physical Therapist and Director of Nursing/Director of Therapy. Changes in the plan of care may be made following authorization, instruction and supervision by the Physical Therapist.
• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of practice.
• At least one (1) year’s experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant (preferred).
• Complies and maintains current CPR certification.
• Ability to make home visits and provide nursing care in the home environment.
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance.

Text 10507 to 505-806-1865 to apply

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