Physical Therapy Assistant

Gentiva Hospice; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in hospice and home health care is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide rehabilitative therapy under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role involves documenting patient care, collaborating on care plans, and ensuring excellent service. Join a team dedicated to making a difference in patients' lives with competitive pay and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

401(k) with company matching contributions

Career growth opportunities

Local and national award programs

Mileage reimbursement

Financial assistance program

Qualifications

• One year's experience in hospital or home health is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality rehabilitative physical therapy under supervision.
• Document patients’ care observations, interventions, and evaluations.
• Confer with the supervising Physical Therapist regarding patient’s progress.

Skills

Customer Service

Education

Graduate of accredited two-year Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Our Company

Heartland Home Health is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day.

Overview

We are looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team. This role reports to the Administrator, Executive Director, or Patient Care Manager. The PTA will be responsible for providing quality rehabilitative physical therapy under the direction and supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist to patients, involving musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary deficiencies and promoting excellent customer service while adhering to state and federal standards.

• Accurately, promptly, and thoroughly document patients’ care observations, interventions, and evaluations.
• Confer with the supervising Physical Therapist regarding the patient’s progress and Plan of Care changes.
• Demonstrates therapy for the nurse, home health aide family member, or other responsible person who may assist the patient with their physical therapy program as directed by the Physical Therapist.

About You

• Graduate of accredited two-year Physical Therapy Assistant program or licensed, certified, or registered per applicable State law.
• In states where there is no licensure, certification, or registration requirement, must be a graduate of an accredited program.
• Current CPR Certification
• One year's experience in hospital or home health is preferred.

We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Career growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate levels
• Local and national award programs
• Mileage reimbursement
• Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times of need

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

Location

Heartland Home Health