Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Beaumont ASHN LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Bonus opportunities

Flexible schedule

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Alternate Solutions Health Network is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our Detroit-area home health team. You will deliver skilled therapy in patients' homes, guided by the attending physician, with emphasis on recovery, safety, and family education.

You'll work in Warren to Detroit neighborhoods, enjoy a pay-per-visit model that rewards higher visit volume, mileage reimbursement, and bonuses, with a supportive team and comprehensive benefits including health, dental,

Qualifications

• PTA licensed in the state of employment.
• Minimum one year of PTA experience in acute/home health.
• Home care experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance in your name.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based skilled physical therapy as ordered by physician.
• Educate patients and families and document care.
• Monitor patient status and communicate changes.
• Ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

Skills

PTA license

Home health experience

Valid driver's license

Auto insurance

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. Agency: Beaumont Home Health & Hospice Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM On Call: Must participate in the on-call rotation of 2 weekend days per month & one summer holiday and one winter holiday each year. Territory: Clinicians will work in Warren, Hazel Park, Pleasant Ridge, Ferndale, Detroit, Highland Park, and Hamtramck, Michigan, including central, eastern, western, and downtown Detroit neighborhoods.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

Care and compassion are at the heart of what you'll do as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). You'll be part of an interdisciplinary team that focuses on providing compassionate quality care and producing positive outcomes for your patient population. You'll provide home-based therapy for patients as directed by the attending physician and by following the order sets and goals created by the Physical Therapist. Interacting with patients' families while caring for your patients and experiencing the rewarding privilege to be part of every step of their recovery journey. Home care provides context and real-world perspective about what will really help patients restore their health.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• On a pay per visit model, the more visits you make, the more you will earn!
• We pay mileage and have 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.

HOW YOU'LL WORK:

You'll provide comprehensive skilled services as ordered by the attending physician. You will educate patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. You are accountable for completing accurate documentation and remaining compliant with all legal rules and regulations.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Plan of Care: Provide skilled physical therapy as ordered by the attending physician, observe and monitor patient conditions and notify the Physical Therapist of any changes in the patient’s condition.
• Patient Outcomes: Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means, such as, exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.
• Minimize Patient Risk: Assesses functional problems and provides intervention and, in conjunction with the Physical Therapist works toward goals to improve patient functional status.
• Family Educator/Advocate: Counsel patient and family on the disease/injury and how to manage in all phases of physical therapy.
• Instruct patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices.
• Policies: Completes all clinical documentation following agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
• Rules and Regulations: Understand and follow agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations and communicate changes in schedule/availability to schedulers or supervisors.
• Operations: Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings.

HARD & SOFT SKILLS:

Compassionate communicator with a positive attitude. Patience is a virtue when working with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers. Attention to detail is critical, as is being observant and following directions.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) with current license in the state of employment
• Minimum one-year experience as a PTA in an acute care setting.
• Home care experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance in your name as a driver Capable of all physical demands

We are proud to be part of the Alternate Solutions Health Network family. City: Detroit, MI We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ASHN will never ask, nor require a candidate to provide money for work equipment and network access during the application process. If you become aware of any instances where you as a candidate are asked to provide information and do not believe it is a legitimate request from Humana or affiliate, please contact [e-mail] to validate the request Alternate Solutions Health Network collaborates with health systems in joint venture partnerships to create a post-acute care solution to deliver efficient centralized operations that is patient focused. Our company has been dedicated, since the very beginning, to transforming the quality of care for our team and our patients.