Physical Therapy Assistant - Full Time

Live Well Homecare; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient treatment at the home setting. You will follow a plan of care set by a supervising Physical Therapist, provide exercise instruction, and educate patients to enhance well-being.

The role offers opportunities for growth within a supportive, equitable care environment with recognition and incentives. Responsibilities include coordinating with the healthcare team, teaching exercises to patients and families, and

Qualifications

• Current licensure to practice physical therapy.
• Valid driver's license and access to transportation.
• Availability for weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Performing procedures within legal and trained scope, reporting patient responses, and coordinating with healthcare team.
• Instructing patients and families on exercises, mobility, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observing, recording, and reporting patient progress and condition changes.
• Adapting to diverse home environments and patient needs.

Skills

Weekend availability

Driver's license

Job description

Physical Therapist AssistantThe role involves assisting in patient treatment, providing exercise instruction, and patient education to enhance well-being, following a plan of care set by a supervising Physical Therapist. This position offers opportunities for growth, comprehensive benefits, recognition, and incentives in a supportive environment committed to equitable, quality care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing procedures within legal and trained scope, reporting patient responses, and coordinating with healthcare team.
• Instructing patients and families on exercises, mobility, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observing, recording, and reporting patient progress and condition changes.
• Adapting to diverse home environments and patient needs.

Qualifications:

• Current licensure or certification to practice physical therapy.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, or access to transportation.
• Availability for weekend work.

Preferred:

• CPR certification or ability to obtain it.
• Ability to perform physical tasks like lifting and assisting with mobility.

Compensation:

• Total annual pay ranges from $55,329 to $82,993, including per visit and hourly pay, based on productivity and experience.