Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Harmonyhomehealth; Murray (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care company seeks Home Health Physical Therapist Assistants dedicated to maximizing patient functional potential. This dynamic role involves working closely with patients to provide evidence-based direct intervention in their residences while enjoying the benefits of flexible scheduling and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Career Advancement

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and operational vehicle required.
• Good understanding of home health laws and guidelines.
• Ability to document on an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.

Responsibilities

• Provide physician-prescribed physical therapy at patients' homes.
• Communicate patient status changes to the supervising PT.
• Submit required documentation in a timely manner.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Calm under pressure

Technology literacy

Education

Active State Physical Therapist Assistant License

Current CPR with BLS card

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Careers Advancement

Job Summary

Home health physical therapist assistants are central to the care team and to maximizing a patient’s functional potential. Clinicians working in home health are on the front lines of health care and often practice at the top of their license. If you are interested in a changing work environment, seeing patients with a variety of diagnoses, and flexibility in your schedule, home health just may be your best choice!

Responsibilities

• Provide physician-prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT
• Provide evidence-based direct intervention with patients in their place of residence
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse patient population and co-workers
• Work under the supervision of a PT:
  • Promptly communicating any patient concerns or changes in status
  • Consulting with PT with regard to suggested changes in treatment
  • Participating in patient and family education as delegated by the PT
• Submit required documentation in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Active State Physical Therapist Assistant License
• Current CPR with BLS card
• Valid driver’s license, at least state minimum auto insurance, and an operational vehicle
• Possess or obtain a good understanding of Federal, State, and local laws and regulatory guidelines governing home health operations
• Great organization skills and an ability to work without direct supervision
• Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations
• Computer/Technology literacy and experience documenting on an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

Physical Requirements

• Duties require extensive standing, walking, and sitting
• Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or assistance with transferring patients
• Requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee in this job. The employee may be asked to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.