Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Alternate Solutions Health Network; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Kettering, OH. The role involves delivering compassionate home-based therapy, educating families, and ensuring patient safety. Competitive pay per visit model with flexible scheduling and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $5,000

Flexible scheduling

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

401k participation

Company paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year experience as a PTA in an acute care setting.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy as ordered by the physician.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and equipment use.
• Complete all clinical documentation following agency protocol.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Attention to detail

Patience

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license

Job description

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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: Kettering Home Care

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:15AM - 5:00PM

Territory: Dayton/North, Trotwood, Dayton/Central, Dayton/West, West Carrolton

• $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS**
  
  

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

We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. 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.

We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work. Apply today!

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.

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  Hospitals and Health Care

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