Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health

BAYADA Home Health Care; Hartford (VT); On-site; USD 61,992 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Vision, dental and medical health plans

401k with company match

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading home health care provider is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Hartford, Vermont. In this role, you'll assist adults and geriatric patients in their homes, ensuring they maintain optimal physical well-being through various interventions, all while adhering to safety protocols. Candidates must hold a current Vermont certification and have completed an APTA-approved program or possess significant experience in the field. Comprehensive benefits include paid time off, medical plans, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification in Vermont.
• Graduate from an APTA-approved program or have two years of experience as a PTA.
• At least one year’s work experience under the supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in maintaining optimal physical well-being.
• Provide treatment, tests, client education, and appropriate interventions.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Education

Graduated from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association

Job description

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA, for a full-time opportunity performing home health visits for our Rutland (RTV) office. This office services adult and geriatric patients on a per visit basis in territories throughout White River Junction and surrounding towns, VT.

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 Vermont
• 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 two years 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
• Base Pay: $45 - $50 / point depending on qualifications
• 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

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.