Physical Therapist Assistant PTA FT- East Mountains Sign On Bonus

Harmonyhomehealth; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health care provider seeks a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team in Albuquerque. This role involves providing essential physical therapy services to patients in their homes, ensuring high standards of care and patient communication. Ideal candidates are licensed professionals with a strong commitment to patient care and the ability to work independently in diverse settings.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Physical Therapist Assistant License.
• Current CPR certification essential.
• Strong understanding of home health regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Provide home health physical therapy under a PT's supervision.
• Effectively communicate with diverse patients and families.
• Document patient progress accurately and timely.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Technology Literacy

Calm in Emergency Situations

Education

Active State Physical Therapist Assistant License

Current CPR with BLS card

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

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.