Physical Therapist Assitant

Alternate Solutions Health Network; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Agency Redcrest Home Health Care-Bloomington is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled PTA services in patients' homes under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

The role requires education and licensure as a PTA and at least one year of PTA experience, preferably in home health. You will travel to patient locations in Owen, Morgan, and surrounding areas, maintain documentation, and participate in ongoing trainings and case conferences.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of PTA experience in an acute setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians and staff.
• Knowledge of therapy best practices and clinical judgment.
• Ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments and prioritize care.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled PTA services in patients' homes as prescribed.
• Observe, document, and report patient progress and reactions.
• Perform PT procedures and diagnostic tests as prescribed.
• Educate patients and families on therapy techniques and safety.
• Complete clinical documentation per agency and Medicare guidelines.
• Coordinate with PT and team to achieve goals and continuity of care.

Skills

PTA Experience

Communication

Therapy best practices

Clinical judgment

Situational judgment

Attention to detail

Work ethic

Driver's license

Education

PTA license (state-appropriate)

Job description

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)-Home Health

Sign on Bonus : 5,000

Schedule: Mon-Friday 8:15 am-5:00 pm

Territory: Owen, Morgan and surrounding areas

Agency Redcrest Home Health Care-Bloomington

SUMMARY

The Physical Therapist Assistant I (PTA) provides comprehensive skilled services under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant educates patients and their family members and ensures safety of the patient. The PTA I is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rule and regulations. The Company adopts the physical therapy scope of practice as outlined by the state for its licensed PTA personnel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides skilled services in a patient’s home as developed by the Physical Therapist plan of care
• Observes, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress
• Performs physical therapy procedures and diagnostic test on patients for whom they have been medically prescribed
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means, such, exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.
• Assess functional problems and provided intervention and, in conjunction with the physical therapist, works toward goals to improve patient functional status
• Communicates effectively with physician, therapist, and coworkers
• Participates in case conferencing promoting coordination of care
• Recommends prosthetic/orthotic devices for patients or evaluates their device and make minor adjustments or recommend modification
• Educates staff in carrying out specific physical therapy modalities when appropriate
• Educates patient and family on therapy techniques involved, safety measures, and supportive activities
• Instructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices
• Listens to patient and family members
• Fosters independence in patients and their families to prevent dependence on the agency
• Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines
• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education
• Completes chart audits at agency location as requested
• Communicates with scheduler any changes as needed
• Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences
• Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings
• Participates in orientation/training of new employees
• Participates in case conferences as needed
• Drives to patient’s primary location per scheduled visit.
• Daily attendance at assigned visit locations.
• Documents all aspects of subsequent, discharge, eval/recert/resumption of care visits within 24 hours of visits.
• Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements.
• Follows plan of care as permitted within the scope of practice for a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, per the state of employment.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of one year of experience as an PTA in an acute setting is required.
• Home care experience is desired.
• Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
• Knowledgeable on therapy best practices.
• Ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments.
• Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.
• Detail-oriented and observant.
• Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

• Physical Therapist Assistant with a current license in the state of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Knowledge

Reading, Speaking, Writing English- Constantly 66%-100%

Communications Skills- Constantly 66%-100%

Computers / PDA- Constantly 66%-100%

Physical

Walking- Constantly 66%-100%

Bending- Constantly 66%-100%

Standing- Constantly 66%-100%

Sitting- Constantly 66%-100%

Driving- Frequently 34%-66%

Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance- Frequently 34%-66%

Stretching/Reaching- Constantly 66%-100%

Climbing- Frequently 34%-66%

Hand/finger dexterity- Frequently 34%-66%

Stooping (bend at waist)- Frequently 34%-66%

Sensory Activities

Distinguish smell/temperature- Constantly 66%-100%

Hearing/Seeing- Constantly 66%-100%

Talking in person- Constantly 66%-100%

Talking on the telephone- Constantly 66%-100%

Hearing in person- Constantly 66%-100%

Hearing on the telephone- Constantly 66%-100%

Vision for close work- Constantly 66%-100%

Other Sensory Activities

N/A

TRANSITIONAL WORK IS AVAILABLE (ALTHOUGH SOME JOBS MAY REQUIRE SPECIFIC TRAINING) SUCH AS: ANSWERING PHONES, FILING, COMPUTER WORK/DATA ENTRY, ATTENDING TRAINING/CONTINUING EDUCATION, REVIEWING SAFETY MANUALS & OTHER EDUCATIONAL MEDIA, AND ASSISTING OR PERFORMING OTHER TASKS WITHIN RESTRICTIONS ASSIGNED.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.