Physical Therapy Assistant - Pta

Professional Case Management; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid Time Off

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Matching 401k

Job summary

Professional Case Management is looking for Physical Therapist Assistants in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This role allows for a flexible schedule while providing in-home care for former Nuclear Weapons Workers experiencing chronic illnesses. With an hourly rate of $38, including pay for drive time, the role offers excellent work/life balance and additional benefits such as paid time off and health insurance.

Qualified candidates must be licensed and have at least six months of relevant experience. This position emphasizes communication skills and safe practice in client care, ensuring a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Ability to follow physician's Plan of Care.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services and client education in home settings.
• Documents services provided and submits reports within 7 days.
• Participates in interdisciplinary activities and staff meetings.

Skills

Demonstrated written communication skills

Demonstrated verbal communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Licensed driver

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program

Current license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Hiring Physical Therapist Assistants in New Mexico

Make a Difference on Your Own Schedule and Terms!

We provide in-home care to former Nuclear Weapons Workers suffering from chronic and terminal illnesses from previous work environment. Physical Therapy Assistants conduct weekly in-home visits, each lasting 1-2 hours.

Benefits

• Create your own schedule!
• Great Work/Life balance!
• $38/hr. (including 100% of Hourly Wage Paid for Drive Time)
• Benefits Available (Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Matching 401k)

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 clean driving record and insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements.

Essential Functions / Areas of Accountability

• Provides physical therapy services and education/training to clients in their homes following the physician’s Plan of Care and the specific functions identified in the therapy care plan.
• Completes visits in a timely manner and in accordance with Agency policy.
• Documents all services provided, observations, client progress, and recommendations on designated forms and submits to the agency within seven (7) days of providing service or per Agency policy.
• Reports changes/concerns or schedule changes to the therapist and/or the nursing supervisor on the day of the observed change.
• Participates in interdisciplinary activities per Agency guidelines.
• Attends client care conferences as needed to provide information to other members of the team.
• Promotes referrals to other disciplines as appropriate.
• Attends staff meetings and continuing education programs.
• Participates in the Agency quality improvement activities pertinent to role of Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety and infection control practices by compliance with Agency policies and procedures.
• Recognizes and reports potentially unsafe situations.
• Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment.
• Assesses environment and initiates actions to prevent accidents and promote safety.
• Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Does not discuss client or staff identities, conditions, or circumstances in public or with others who are not professionally involved with the situation/person.
• Protects written confidential documents in a manner that prevents unauthorized access.
• Adheres to all Agency policies about client privacy and security of information.
• Performs job in compliance with Agency policies and procedures, Medicare, CHAP, and/or Joint Commission standards and professional and community standards.
• Accepts responsibility for personal and professional development. Identifies learning/developmental needs.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Standard Rate: $38.00 Hourly plus shift differentials, where applicable.

Professional Case Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.