Physical Therapy Assistant – Outpatient Rehab Services

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Delaware; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to support treatment programs, assist with modalities, and train patients in therapeutic exercises. You may supervise PT Aides, volunteers, and students.

The role emphasizes professional growth and community education aligned with hospital programs. Responsibilities include formulating treatment plans from initial evaluations, ensuring accurate documentation, and safely transferring patients with impairments.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree; new graduates considered, with preference for two years of experience.
• Licensed PTA and BLS certification.
• Strong communication, confidentiality, crisis management, and customer service skills.
• Proficient in electronic health records and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Identify problems and develop treatment plans based on initial evaluations.
• Ensure continuity of care through accurate documentation and communication.
• Safely transfer patients with significant impairments.
• Support department goals with flexible work practices.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance.

Skills

Strong communication

Confidentiality

Crisis management

Customer service

Education

Associates Degree

Tools

Electronic Health Records

MS Office

Job description

Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing treatment programs, administering modalities, training patients in therapeutic exercises, transfers, and gait training. Support high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment and may supervise Physical Therapy Aides, volunteers, and students. Demonstrate professional growth, adapt to various work settings, and provide community education aligned with hospital programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify problems and develop treatment plans based on initial evaluations.
• Ensure continuity of care through accurate documentation and communication.
• Safely transfer patients with significant impairments.
• Support department goals with flexible work practices.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Associates Degree; new graduates considered, with preference for two years of experience.
• Licensed PTA and BLS certification.
• Strong communication, confidentiality, crisis management, and customer service skills.
• Proficient in electronic health records and MS Office applications.