Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Davita Inc.; Nutley (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. is seeking a Home Health PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. This role involves following treatment plans, educating patients, and ensuring the highest standards of practice. Flexibility in scheduling and a valid license are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed, registered, or certified to assist in physical therapy.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Access to a reliable vehicle for patient visits.

Responsibilities

• Follow treatment plans established by Physical Therapist.
• Record and report patient responses and conditions.
• Provide patient education and coordinate care.

Skills

Patient Education

Communication

Coordination

Education

Current CPR certification

Licensed to assist in physical therapy

Job description

The Home Health PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) 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.

Summary

The Home Health PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) 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.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, is at all times responsible to follow all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the Physical Therapist; 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.

Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in evidence based treatment within the scope of the physical therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing physical therapy assistants.

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.

Visits patients within the entire service area of their respective agency and other nearby LHC agencies as needed

According to Plan of Treatment; complete a progress note for each visit and submits progress notes per LHC policy.

Schedule flexibility is needed in this role to ensure we provide care to the patient as needed. Requires the ability to participate in a weekend rotation and potential availability on observed holidays to ensure we are meeting the demands of our patients.

Participates in staff conferences and committees as requested by the agency.

Adheres to LHC Therapy Standards of Practice in provision of services to all patients.

All other duties as assigned.

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.

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