Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Davita Inc.; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for our Ochsner Home Health division in Covington, Louisiana. The role involves enhancing patient well-being through established care plans, promoting independent living, and collaborating with a healthcare team. We offer opportunities for career growth and continuing education, all while ensuring a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Independence and Autonomy

Qualifications

• Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Vehicle insurance and access to dependable transportation needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs treatment and provides exercise instruction for enhancing patient well-being.
• Instructs patients in active and passive exercises.
• Records and reports patient responses to treatment.

Skills

Patient Education

Exercise Instruction

Collaboration with Healthcare Team

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Current CPR Certification

One (1) Year Experience as Licensed PTA in LA or TX

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Physical Therapy Assistant.

At Ochsner Home Health of Covington, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you can expect:

• the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships


• continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities


• independence and autonomy


• career growth possibilities

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.

• Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist.


• Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training.


• Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.


• Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice.


• Current CPR certification is required.


• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Additional State Requirements

• LA and TX: Must have one (1) year of experience as a licensed PTA.

Company Overview LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Ochsner Home Health of Covington a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.