Physical Therapy Assistant: Full Time

Compassionate Care Home Health, Hospice, and In Home Care; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

A compassionate home health agency is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant in California. You'll provide therapy services to patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, ensuring they follow their plans of care. Prior PTA licensure and healthcare experience are preferred. The position offers a flexible schedule, benefits like health and dental insurance, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed, registered, or certified as a PTA.
• Minimum one year of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services and treatments per patient's care plan.
• Prepare clinical and progress notes.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs.
• Report patient progress and any treatment changes to the PT.
• Participate in discharge planning and quality improvement programs.

Skills

Licensed, registered, or certified as a PTA

Healthcare experience

Home health care experience

Education

Graduated from an accredited PTA program

Passed national examination for PTAs

Job description

Position

Physical Therapy Assistant – Mariposa County and Surrounding Areas

Job Purpose

A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is responsible for providing care/services to assigned patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist (PT) and in accordance with the patient's plan of care.

Compensation

• Hourly and Paid Per Visit (PPV) hybrid model (negotiable based on experience, skill level, availability, etc.)
• Salary option available
• Opportunity to accumulate overtime

Qualifications

• Licensed, registered, or certified as a PTA by the state in which practicing, unless licensure does not apply and meets one of the following:
• Graduated from a PTA curriculum approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association, or an equivalent program as determined by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the APTA.
• Passed a national examination for PTAs.

Training

• At least one year of healthcare experience preferred.
• Home health care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapy services and treatments to patients according to the patient's plan of care.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes.
• Provides education to patients and family regarding a home exercise program.
• Observes, records, and reports the patient's response to treatment, and reports any changes in the patient's condition to the PT.
• Provides care/services to patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and maintain maximum performance using appropriate treatments, procedures, and modalities according to the plan of care.
• Physical therapy services may include therapeutic exercises, muscle strengthening, gait training, range of motion, transfer training, muscle re‑education, prosthetic training, and stump conditioning.
• Demonstrates competency in providing care/services and provides care/services in accordance with the plan of care.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of care/services provided.
• Reports any changes in the patient's condition or plan of care to the PT.
• Communicates with other team members regarding the patient's plan of care and updates them when there are changes.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, case conferences, educational in‑services, and committee meetings.
• Reports incidents and grievances/complaints to the Clinical Manager.
• Provides education and information to the patient and/or family members as appropriate to their plan of care.
• Reports the patient's progress and effectiveness in meeting goals to the PT.
• Participates in the patient's discharge planning.
• Participates in the agency's Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
• Adheres to the agency's policies and procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of all aspects of job performance.
• Practices proper infection control and utilizes PPE as indicated.
• Only performs treatments or special procedures as authorized by the agency and deemed competent to perform by the PT.
• Complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Performs other related functions as directed.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear.
• Required to use hands to operate vehicles and office equipment.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds.
• Vision abilities: close, distance, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Dynamic, team‑oriented work environment
• Strong, supportive company culture
• Growth and development opportunities
• Flexible schedules
• Mileage reimbursement at current federal rate
• Company vehicle when eligible
• PTO, paid holidays, and sick days
• And more!