Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health Visits

BAYADA Home Health Care; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 59,236 - 70,257; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Medical health plans

401k with company match

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a per diem opportunity in Bethesda, MD. This role involves performing home health visits for adult and geriatric patients throughout Montgomery County. Candidates must have prior home health experience and be open to traveling.

The PTA will assist clients in attaining optimal physical well-being through treatment, client education, and interventions as delegated by a licensed Physical Therapist. BAYADA offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification in the state of MD.
• One year of experience as a PTA under supervision.
• Graduated from an approved PTA program or passed a proficiency exam.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients to attain optimal physical well-being.
• Provide treatment, tests, and appropriate interventions.
• Travel to homes for patient visits.

Skills

Home Health Experience

Physical Therapy Skills

Client Education

Education

Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by APTA

Job description

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA, for a per-diem opportunity performing home health visits for our Montgomery County Maryland Visits office. This office services adult and geriatric patients on a per visit basis in territories throughout Montgomery County, Maryland.

Home Health Experience is required.

Bethesda, MD is an area of concentration. Candidate must be open to traveling in this location.

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 MD.
• 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 one year 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
• To learn more about BAYADA Benefits, click here (https://www.bayada.com/benefits/)
• 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

Additional Information:

Base Pay, depending upon qualifications:

$43.00-51.00 per point.

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 (https://www.bayada.com/50) .

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.