Physical Therapy Assistant

BAYADA Home Health Care; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Medical health plans

Employer paid life insurance

401k with company match

Direct deposit

Employee assistance program

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a Per Diem home health role. The PTA will serve adult and geriatric patients in Gainesville and surrounding areas, providing treatment and education as directed by a licensed Physical Therapist.

Eligibility requires VA licensure, completion of a 2-year PTA program, and prior PTA experience with supervision by a PT. BAYADA offers benefits and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must hold VA licensure or certification.
• Graduate from a two-year PTA program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• At least one year of PTA experience and a proficiency exam when initial qualification occurred before Dec 31, 1977.
• At least one year of work experience under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in attaining or maintaining optimal physical well-being by providing treatment, tests, education and interventions as delegated by a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Perform home health PTA duties during visits in the service area.

Education

Two-year PTA program (APTA approved)

VA licensure/certification

Job description

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA, for a Per Diem opportunity performing home health visits. This office services adult and geriatric patients on a per visit basis in territories throughout Gainesville, VA.

As a home care Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) you will assist clients in attaining or maintaining optimal physical well being by providing treatment, tests, client education and appropriate interventions as delegated by a licensed Physical Therapist.

Each Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) must:

• Have current licensure or certification in the state of VA
• Have graduated from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, as indicated by school transcript or diploma, or
• Have one year of appropriate experience as an Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) and a satisfactory grade on a proficiency exam conducted, approved or sponsored by the U.S. Public Health Service when initial qualification occurred before December 31, 1977
• Have at least one year's work experience under the supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist.
• Other activities, as requested.

Our employees are our greatest asset:

• BAYADA offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes the following: Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, vision, dental and medical health plans, employer paid life insurance, 401k with company match, direct deposit and employee assistance program
• To learn more about BAYADA Benefits, click here
• Enjoy being part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values
• Feel confident, safe, and supported with PPE supplies, comprehensive infection prevention protocol, daily pre-screens, and close monitoring of the COVID-19 outbreak.
• Develop your skills with training and scholarship opportunities
• Advance your career with specially designed career tracks
• Be recognized and rewarded for your compassion, excellence, and reliability

Additional Information:

Base Pay, depending upon qualifications:

$50-$55 per point

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.