Physical Therapy Assistant

Summa Home Health and Hospice LLC; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Paid mileage

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Summa Home Health and Hospice LLC seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled services under a Physical Therapist's direction. Responsibilities include patient education, documentation, and ensuring compliance with treatment plans.

This role offers competitive financial incentives, paid mileage, and a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and 401(k). The position is in Ohio, with a Monday to Friday schedule and no on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of employment.
• One year of experience, preferably in acute care.
• Home care experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled services as per Physical Therapist plan.
• Observes and records patient changes and progress.
• Communicates effectively with the care team.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Detail-oriented

Knowledgeable on therapy best practices

Disciplined work ethic

Ability to handle situations effectively

Education

Current Physical Therapist Assistant license

Minimum one year of PTA experience

Tools

Physical therapy equipment

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.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8a-5p No On-Call and No Weekends.

Territory: Randolph, Alliance, Brewster, Greentown, Hartville, Louisville, Massillon, Navarre, Canton, East Canton, North Canton, Burbank, Clinton, Creston, Doylestown, Rittman, Sterling, West Salem, Apple Creek, Canal Fulton, Dalton/Lebanon, Fredericksburg, Kidron, Marshallville, Mount Eaton, North Lawrence, Orville, Shreve, Smithville, Wooster.

Agency: Summa Health at Home and Hospice.

SUMMARY

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides comprehensive skilled services under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The PTA educates patients and their family members and ensures patient safety. The PTA is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive financial incentives with a new guaranteed base hourly rate and an uncapped bonus structure.
• Paid mileage and additional bonus opportunities.
• Flexible schedules.
• Support from a full team, including scheduling to patient admissions.
• Competitive benefits package: medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k), company-paid life insurance, robust Employee Assistance Program.

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES

• Physical Therapist Assistant with a current license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a PTA in an acute setting.
• Home care experience is desired.
• Effective communication skills and ability to 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 work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name listed as a driver.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• 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 tests for which patients are medically prescribed.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means such as exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.
• Assesses functional problems and provides intervention, working with the Physical Therapist toward goals to improve patient functional status.
• Communicates effectively with physician, therapist, and coworkers.
• Participates in case conferencing to promote care coordination.
• Recommends prosthetic/orthotic devices or evaluates them, making minor adjustments or recommending modifications.
• Educates staff in specific physical therapy modalities when appropriate.
• Educates patient and family on therapy techniques, 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 families to prevent dependence on the agency.
• Completes all clinical documentation according to 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 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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.
• Documents all aspects of start of care visits within 48 hours.
• 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.

Compensation Note

Per visit compensation refers to a lump sum payment for all activities in connection with a visit to a patient. It includes patient care, preparation time, travel, lab drops, picking up supplies, charting, and communication with the patient’s family, physician, and other healthcare providers.

HEALTH QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to meet all physical position requirements.
• Evidence required of a current negative tuberculin skin test or X-ray, or TB testing at orientation date; thereafter, an annual tuberculin skin test is required unless documentation of a prior TB test is presented.
• Must be free of physical or medical conditions that would limit or restrict ability to perform essential functions.
• May be at risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Reading, speaking, writing English: 66%–100%.
• Communication skills, computer/PDA usage: 66%–100%.
• Hand/finger dexterity, hearing/seeing, talking and hearing: 66%–100%.
• Vision for close work, walking, sitting, bending, standing, distinguishing smell/taste: 66%–100%.
• Driving: Frequently (34%–66%).
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance, stretching/reaching, climbing, stooping (bend at waist): Frequently (34%–66%).
• Occasionally (2%–33%): Rarely (1% or less): none specified.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.