Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA

Act for Health, Inc; New Mexico; Hybrid; USD 43,187 - 61,509; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Matching 401(k)

Job summary

Act for Health, Inc is hiring Physical Therapist Assistants in New Mexico. Join a growing team providing in-home care for former nuclear weapons workers suffering from chronic illnesses. Enjoy a flexible schedule, earning $38.00 per hour with additional benefits like Paid Time Off and a 401(k) plan.

The ideal candidate has a valid PTA license, at least six months of experience, and strong communication skills. This role allows you to make a difference in clients' lives while working for a reputable agency committed to high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) months experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Licensed driver with a clean driving record and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services and education to clients in their homes.
• Document services, observations, and client progress promptly.
• Participate in interdisciplinary activities per agency guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Safe practice in equipment use

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program

Current license, registration, or certification to practice

Job description

Hiring Physical Therapist Assistants in New Mexico

Make a difference on your own schedule and terms! Join our growing team of in‑home care providers for former Nuclear Weapons Workers suffering from chronic and terminal illnesses.

Benefits

• Create your own schedule for a great work/life balance.
• $38.00 per hour (including 100% of hourly wage paid for drive time).
• Benefits available: Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Matching 401(k).

Qualifications

• Current license, registration, or certification to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of employment, or be qualified to take the physical therapy examination.
• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Minimum of six (6) months experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Demonstrated written, verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Licensed driver with a clean driving record and insured in accordance with state and/or agency requirements.

Essential Functions & Areas of Accountability

• Provide physical therapy services and education/training to clients in their homes following the physician’s Plan of Care and identified therapy care plan functions.
• Complete visits in a timely manner and in accordance with agency policy.
• Document all services, observations, client progress, and recommendations on designated forms; submit to the agency within seven (7) days of service or per policy.
• Report changes or concerns, or schedule changes, to the therapist and/or nursing supervisor on the day of the observed change.
• Participate in interdisciplinary activities per agency guidelines.
• Attend client care conferences as needed to provide information to other team members.
• Promote referrals to other disciplines as appropriate.
• Attend staff meetings and continuing education programs.
• Participate in agency quality improvement activities pertinent to role of Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Promote personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of safety and infection control practices; comply with agency policies and procedures.
• Recognize and report potentially unsafe situations.
• Demonstrate safe practice in the use of equipment.
• Assess environment and initiate actions to prevent accidents and promote safety.
• Maintain confidentiality; do not discuss client or staff identities, conditions, or circumstances in public or with non‑professionally involved persons.
• Protect written confidential documents to prevent unauthorized access.
• Adhere to all agency policies on client privacy and information security.
• Perform job in compliance with agency policies, Medicare, CHAP, and/or Joint Commission standards and professional and community standards.
• Accept responsibility for personal and professional development; identify learning needs.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Standard Rate

$38.00 hourly plus shift differentials, where applicable.

Contact

Please contact Rick Carey at (866) 776‑0127 x350 or [e-mail] today to learn more about our opportunities where you can make a difference in your own career!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Professional Case Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Professional Case Management (PCM), our mission drives us. We have a growing team of over 4,000 employees who are passionate about delivering care that enhances the quality of life of clients in their homes. We believe that aligning genuine, caring team members with this purpose is life‑changing for our clients, customers, and teammates alike. Our goal is to consistently stretch ourselves – and the organization – to ensure we’re always learning, growing, and elevating our standards of service. In everything we do, we share a strong set of core values: We Work As A Team, We Do The Right Thing, We Figure It Out, We Pursue Growth, and We Take Ownership.

PCM has led in delivering specialized in‑home care and other services to clients for over 30 years. Our Home Care division is the nation’s premier provider to former nuclear weapons and uranium workers, upholding the highest standards of care through accreditation by the Accreditation Commission of Health Care (ACHC).