Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ), Home Health - $5,000 Sign on Bonus Available

Aging Well Health Care, LLC; Missouri; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health agency in Missouri is seeking a skilled Physical Therapy Assistant to provide high-quality care to patients in their homes. The role involves following treatment plans, collaborating with physical therapists, and maintaining medical documentation. This position offers competitive pay, generous benefits including a $5,000 sign-on bonus, and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on patient-centered care.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Life Insurance

Matching 401K

Paid Time Off

Sign on Bonus

Qualifications

• Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Currently licensed in the relevant state.
• Preferred two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy to patients in accordance with physician orders.
• Implements treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Prepares medical records and updates care plans after each patient visit.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Physical Therapy Knowledge

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Description

AW Health Care is a St. Louis based, independently operated, women-owned enterprise. We recently celebrated our 20th anniversary in the home health industry. AW is a rapidly growing home health agency, with an innovative approach to patient centered care. Our team consists of over 400 employees serving over 1500 patients in Missouri and Illinois.

AW Health Care Benefits: AW Health Care offers its' employees a wide range of benefits including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Life
• Matching 401K
• Paid Time Off
• $5,000 Sign on Bonus for full time

And a wide range of supplemental benefit options including, but not limited to:

• Additional Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment

Job Summary:

A Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist (PT).

Current Openings (PRN or Full Time)-

Central St. Louis County

South County

North County

South St. Louis City

Responsibilities:

• Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures.
• Provides physician prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT.
• Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient.
• Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities.
• Participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning.
• Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician and according to the plan of care established by the PT.
• Consults with PT regarding change in treatment.
• Instructs patients and family members in home programs and activities of daily living.
• Participates in in-service programs and presents in-service programs as assigned.
• Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned.
• Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled.
• Prepares medical records, progress notes and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per Agency policy.
• Performs services planned, delegated, and supervised by the PT.
• Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes.
• Participates in educating the patient and family.

Working Environment:

Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes

Job Relationships:

Supervised by: Registered Physical Therapist/Director of Therapy, Home Health

Risk Exposure:

High risk

Requirements

Qualifications:

1. Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.

2. Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.

3. Two (2) years’ experience, preferred.

4. Acceptance of philosophy and goals of Agency.

5. Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary:

· Ability to participate in physical activity.

· Ability to work for extended period while standing and being involved in physical activity.

· Heavy lifting.

· Ability to do extensive bending, lifting, and standing on a regular basis.