Physical Therapy Assistant

Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc.; DuPont (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement options

Recognition programs

Job summary

Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc. seeks a committed Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver patient treatment, instruction, and education in home care settings. You will follow the supervising PT's plan, guide exercises, gait, transfers, and safety, and monitor patient progress.

Strong weekend availability, a current WA PTA license, and a valid driver's license are required. Comprehensive benefits and retirement options accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Current license or certification in physical therapy assistance within the state.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Availability for weekend rotations.

Responsibilities

• Following state laws and the treatment plan set by the supervising Physical Therapist (PT).
• Instructing patients in exercises, gait, ADL, transfer, and safety training.
• Monitoring and reporting patient responses and condition changes to the healthcare team.
• Educating patients, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques.
• Adapting to diverse home environments and patient needs.

Skills

Weekend availability

Driver's license

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (WA)

Job description

The role involves providing patient treatment, exercise instruction, and education to enhance patient well-being in a home care setting.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Following state laws and the treatment plan set by the supervising Physical Therapist (PT)
• Instructing patients in exercises, gait, ADL, transfer, and safety training
• Monitoring and reporting patient responses and condition changes to the healthcare team
• Educating patients, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques
• Adapting to diverse home environments and patient needs

Qualifications

• Current license or certification in physical therapy assistance within the state
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Availability for weekend rotations

Preferred Skills

• CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days
• Physical capability to perform patient care tasks, including lifting and mobility assistance

Compensation

Pays range from $23.80 to $63.06 hourly or $28.56 to $63.06 per visit point, based on productivity and role activities.

Additional benefits include a comprehensive package, recognition programs, and retirement options.

Join a team committed to caring, connecting, and growing together, with opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.