Physical Therapy Assistant- Home Health

CARE FIRST HOME HEALTH CARE INC; Upland (CA, AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Job summary

CARE FIRST HOME HEALTH CARE INC in California is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver in-home physical therapy under the supervision of a physical therapist, following the physician's plan of care. The role emphasizes mobility, pain relief, and functional improvement for patients in their homes.

Qualified candidates have a PTA credential, state licensure or certification, CPR, and a valid driver’s license; strong communication and organizational skills are essential, and a reliable

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Current certification or license as required by state law.
• Good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
• Licensed driver with automobile in good working order and insured.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in patient's condition.
• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient's clinical record in prescribed time frames.
• Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization skills

Education

PTA program graduate

State license/certification

Job description

Benefits

• Company parties


• Competitive salary


• Flexible schedule

Job Title

Physical Therapy Assistant- Home Health

Position

Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Description Summary

Gives Report To: Physical Therapist or Rehab Supervisor The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.


• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.


• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.


• Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.


• Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in patient's condition.


• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.


• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient's clinical record in prescribed time frames.


• Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.


• Current certification or license as required by state law.


• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills


• Possess and maintain current CPR certification


• Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements