Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Home Health Central Florida

American Home Health Agency; Orlando (FL); Presencial; USD 45 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A healthcare provider is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to work in home health care in Central Florida. This role involves providing direct patient care under the supervision of a physical therapist, requiring a Florida license and a minimum of one year experience in an acute care setting. The responsibilities include observing patients, documenting their conditions, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA guidelines. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a patient-first attitude.

Qualificações

• Must have at least one year of experience in an acute care facility.
• Must be sufficiently mature and emotionally stable.
• Must possess good physical and mental health.

Responsabilidades

• Provides direct patient care as delegated by the Physical Therapist.
• Observes and reports patient reactions to treatment.
• Prepares clinical notes and medical updates.

Conhecimentos

Patient care

Communication

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Formação académica

Licensed by the Florida Physical Therapist Licensing Board

Ferramentas

Physical therapy modalities

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Home Health Central Florida

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Physical Therapist Assistant - Home Health Central Florida - Full Time - Part Time - PRN

Position Summary

Services of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will be furnished under the supervision of a physical therapist. The PTA performs services planned, assigned, delegated and supervised by the physical therapist and functions as an active member of the home health team, providing services in accordance with the physician's orders and shall not exceed any of the duties authorized by the license issued by the State for the practice of physical therapist assistant.

Lines of authority and reporting responsibilities: Report to the Director of Nursing, Clinical Manager/PT Supervisor, Administrator.

Education and Experience Requirements

1. Is licensed by the Florida Physical Therapist Licensing Board to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
2. Recommend a minimum of one year experience in an acute care facility.

General Requirements

1. Must have genuine interest and concern for all clients with a special desire to work with the elderly client. Participate in in‑services program.
2. Must be sufficiently mature and emotionally stable to work well with others.
3. Must possess good physical and mental health.
4. Must have a clean and neat appearance.
5. Must be courteous and kind in manner.
6. Can work harmoniously and skillfully with other staff members, patients and their families.
7. Must be flexible and able to tolerate change or changing demands.
8. Ability to promote the practice of physical therapy to the physicians, community, patients and their families. This includes the ability to verbally articulate and define physical therapy terminology.

The Physical Therapist Assistant travels to and fro, and performs duties in each patient's home. The climate is not routinely controlled. Occasionally there may be exposure to blood, body tissues and other potentially infectious fluids. There can be exposure to loud and unpleasant noises, unpleasant odors, unclean homes and dust. May be subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members or visitors. Work environment not controlled by employee. Road and weather conditions are variable.

Physical Requirements

1. Able to speak, read and write in English.
2. Able to read assignments, follow directions.
3. Able to communicate and respond clearly on telephone and respond to patient's spoken needs.
4. The ability to physically transfer, lift or assist patients whose average weight is 160 pounds with or without the aid of mechanical devices.
5. Able to spend 80% of the work shift standing and/or moving about.
6. Able to walk, climb stairs, stoop, twist, bend and squat to perform essential job functions. This Job Classification will have a Potential risk for Occupational Exposure to Blood and other Potential Infections body fluids, protective equipment will be provided by our Agency to limit the exposure and will promote self protection practices in the delivery of the Home Health Care, to provide appropriate treatment to home health care workers in the event of exposure incident and to promote compliance with the universal precautions.

Mental Requirements

1. Able to concentrate on detail with frequent interruptions.
2. Able to follow, complete and remember daily routines and requirements.
3. Able to comprehend and utilize professional education materials.
4. Able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

Equipment

Must be able to use all modalities associated with physical therapy.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides direct patient care that has been delegated by the Physical Therapist and shall not exceed any of the duties authorized by the license issued by the state for the practice of physical therapist assistant.
2. Performs active and passive exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, activities ensuring pain relief and function restoration.
3. Observes, records and reports to the physical therapist and/or the patient's physician the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition.
4. Instruct patients in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, prosthetic and orthotic devices. (Participate in teaching the client and family.)
5. Prepares clinical notes and medical updates/summary notes in a timely manner.
6. Instructs other health care personnel and family member when appropriate.
7. Participates in in‑service education and case conferences.
8. Ensure HIPAA guidelines and procedures are maintained.