Physical Therapist PTA

NHC HomeCare Vero Beach; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NHC HomeCare Vero Beach is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our care team. The PTA provides skilled physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and helps patients regain function in home care settings.

Requirements include an Associate’s Degree from an APTA-accredited PTA program and state licensure. Active membership in state/national PT associations is preferred to support ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from PTA program accredited by APTA.
• Must be licensed as PTA in the state.
• Active member of state/national PT associations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Assist the PT with evaluation and progress toward goals.
• Maintain daily treatment records and progress notes as directed by the therapist.
• Observe and report patient responses and conditions related to assigned duties.

Skills

Licensed PTA in Florida

PTA degree holder

Education

Associate’s Degree from an Accredited PTA Program

Job description

Description

"A different kind of care that ensures you’re surrounded by people who make a difference in your life."

Physical Therapist Assistant for NHC HomeCare

NHC HomeCareis looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team.The Physical Therapist Assistant is a skilled technical provider of physical therapy treatments and related duties working under the direction of the Physical Therapist.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate’s Degree from a recognized Physical Therapist Assistant Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.


• Must be licensed in the state in which the assistant will be practicing.


• Active member of state and national Physical Therapy Associations preferred.

Position Highlights:

• Provides physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist and ordered by the physician according to policies and procedures and state/federal regulation.


• Assists the physical therapist with evaluation of progress toward goals.


• Observes records and reports to the therapist the conditions, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.


• Maintains daily records of treatments. Documents progress notes regarding patients as directed by the therapist.

National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality care. Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of patients of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services.

The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge ... innovation and improvement ... teamwork and collaboration ... and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve.

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