Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

ashealthnet; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed base hourly rate

Uncapped bonus structure

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401k

Company paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Summa Health at Home and Hospice seeks a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our home health team, delivering skilled services under a Physical Therapist’s direction. You will educate patients and families and ensure safety, while maintaining compliant documentation per state rules.

The role supports a Mon-Fri schedule with a territory that includes multiple locations; competitive base pay plus a bonus structure is offered, along with mileage reimbursement and comprehensive

Qualifications

• PTA license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of one year of PTA experience in an acute setting.
• Home care experience is desired.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians and coworkers.
• Knowledgeable on therapy best practices.
• Ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled PTA services in patients' homes as prescribed by the physical therapist.
• Observe, document, and report patient reactions, changes, and progress.
• Perform physical therapy procedures and diagnostic tests as prescribed.
• Treat patients to relieve pain and restore function using exercises, massage, heat, or other modalities.
• Assess functional problems and work with the PT to improve patient status.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, therapists, and coworkers.
• Participate in case conferences to coordinate care.
• Educate patients and families on therapy techniques and safety.
• Instruct on use of equipment like wheelchairs, walkers, and braces.
• Complete clinical documentation per agency protocol and Medicare guidelines.

Skills

PTA license

Acute care experience

Home care experience desired

Communication skills

Clinical judgment

Detail oriented

Job description

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We're dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Summa Health at Home and Hospice is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team!

Schedule: Mon - Fri; 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Territory: Brunswick, Chippewa, Hinkley, Lodi, Medina, Seville, Valley Cetner, Wadsworth, Barberton, Doylestown, Canal Fulton, North Lawrence, Clinton, West Salem, Dalton, Mount Eaton, Orville, Rittman, Shreve, Wooster, etc

SUMMARY

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides comprehensive skilled services under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) educates patients and their family members and ensures safety of the patient. The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rule and regulations. The Company adopts the physical therapy scope of practice as outlined by the state for its licensed PTA personnel.

WHAT WE OFFER

• We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. We've launched a new guaranteed base hourly rate plus a generous uncapped bonus structure which is designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our Clinicians make every day.
• We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities.
• Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions.
• Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you.
• Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES

• Physical Therapist Assistant with a current license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of one year of experience as an PTA in an acute setting is required. Home care experience is desired.
• Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
• Knowledgeable on therapy best practices.
• Ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments.
• Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.
• Detail-oriented and observant.
• Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Provides skilled services in a patient's home as developed by the Physical Therapist plan of care.
• Observes, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress
• Performs physical therapy procedures and diagnostic test on patients for whom they have been medically prescribed.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means, such as, exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.
• Assess functional problems and provided intervention and, in conjunction with the physical therapist, works toward goals to improve patient functional status.
• Communicates effectively with physician, therapist, and coworkers.
• Participates in case conferencing promoting coordination of care.
• Recommends prosthetic/orthotic devices for patients or evaluates their device and make minor adjustments or recommend modification.
• Educates staff in carrying out specific physical therapy modalities when appropriate.
• Educates patient and family on therapy techniques involved, safety measures, and supportive activities
• Instructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices.
• Listens to patient and family members
• Fosters independence in patients and their families to prevent dependence on the agency.
• Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education.
• Completes chart audits at agency location as requested.
• Communicates with scheduler any changes as needed.
• Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences.
• Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings.
• Participates in orientation/training of new employees.
• Participates in case conferences as needed.
• Other duties assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Drives to patient's primary location per scheduled visit.
• Daily attendance at assigned visit locations.
• Documents all aspects of subsequent, discharge, eval/recert/resumption of care visits within 24 hours of visits.
• Documents all aspects of start of care visits within 48 hours of visits.
• Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements.
• Follows plan of care as permitted within the sc