PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

IJN HEALTH SYSTEMS- HOME HEALTH; Chadds Ford (Delaware County); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Company parties

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Short-term Disability Insurance

Paid Mileage

Reimbursement for background check

Paid Drug Screen

Direct Deposit

Job summary

A skilled home health agency is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to patients in their homes. The ideal candidate must have graduated from an approved PTA program, hold a current state license, and have at least one year of experience in home health. This part-time position offers a competitive salary and flexible assignments.

Qualifications

• Education meeting the approved program requirements and licensed by the State Board of Physical Therapy.
• One year of Physical Therapy Assistant experience required.
• One year of Home Health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.
• Identify and document patient goals and anticipated progress.
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness and modify as necessary.

Skills

Home Health experience

Computer skills

Time management

Ability to work independently

Education

Graduate of CAPTE-approved PTA program

Current State PTA License

CPR certification

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

IJN Health Systems, LLC is a Skilled Home Health Agency is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team of strong, compassionate caregivers to provide rehabilitation services. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, motivated, engaged, and dependable.

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Health, PRN or Part-Time

Job Description:

Physical Therapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to our patients in their homes. The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for providing physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. To assist the physical therapist in the treatment of clients referred for physical therapy services by performing selected treatments, as directed by the physical therapist. Identify and document goals, anticipated progress, and plans for re-evaluation per policy and procedure.

Evaluate the effectiveness of treatment at various stages and modify treatment to achieve maximum benefit.

Requirements:

Education that meets the requirements of an approved Physical Therapy Assistants program and is licensed through examination by the State Board of Physical Therapy.

Graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant education program approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) or APTA.

One year of Physical Therapy Assistant experience required.

One year of Home Health experience preferred.

Competency in computer skills.

CPR certified

Pass a background check

Provide two (2) professional references

Able to travel to cases as assigned

Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Meets the requirements of federal and/or state criminal and abuse background checks

Must have access to dependable transportation, auto insurance coverage

Benefits of working with IJN Health -Home Health

Short-term Disability Insurance (STD)

Paid Mileage

401K Contribution

Flexible assignments

Competitive salary

Reimbursement for a background Check

Paid Drug Screen

Direct Deposit

Job Type: Part-time or PRN

Experience:

Home Health: 1 year (Required), but will consider the right candidate with at least 6 Months of experience

Education:

License:

Current State PTA Licence (Required)

CPR

Work Location:

Multiple locations

Workplace Setting:

Home Visit