Physical Therapy Assistant

CommonSpirit Health at Home; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 41,568 - 61,826; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a skilled Physical Therapy Assistant to join the St. Elizabeth's Home Health team in Florence, Kentucky. The PTA will assist patients in their homes, improving mobility and functional abilities. Qualifications include an Associate's degree, active PTA license, CPR/BLS Certification, and one year of clinical experience. The position offers a pay range of $30.1743 to $44.88 per hour. Join a committed team that values diversity and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Active registered PTA license in the state of practice.
• Current CPR/BLS Certification required.
• One-year experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients to regain their independence.
• Work collaboratively with PT, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Deliver patient-centered care to achieve established goals.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Mobility improvement techniques

Strength training

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to join the St. Elizabeth's Home Health team. The PTA assists patients, in the comfort of their own homes, to regain their independence by improving their mobility, strength, and overall functional abilities. The PTA works collaboratively with the PT, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to deliver patient-centered care and achieve established goals.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program
• Active registered PTA license in the state which you practice
• Must obtain and maintain current CPR/BLS Certification
• One-year Physical Therapy Assistant experience in a clinical setting.
• Current Drivers License and automobile insurance
• Comply with federal, state and local laws and regulations

Ready to Make a Difference?

At CommonSpirit Health at Home, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We value the unique contributions of all individuals, including minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Where You'll Work

St. Elizabeth's is a full-service health care organization that believes the best place for our patients to heal is in their own home. As a faith-based organization, we are committed to finding new ways to improve the health of our patients and the health of the communities we serve. Rooted in humankindness, our ministry is at the heart of everything we do and can be seen in every patient we touch

Pay Range

$30.1743 - $44.88/hour