Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Home&Care Home Health; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Home&Care Home Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to support in-home patient care. You will implement treatment plans, perform therapeutic exercises, document care, and participate in continuing education within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities include scheduling visits, ensuring infection control, and coordinating with the Physical Therapist and executive leadership to maintain high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• CPR certified and able to respond to emergencies.
• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy (or PTA).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• CPR certification required for patient care activities.

Responsibilities

• Administer Treatment Plans: Implement physical therapy treatment plans as developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Therapeutic Exercises: Provide non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, massage, traction, and modalities to patients.
• Document Patient Care: Accurately document daily, weekly, or monthly records of patient care and submit paperwork on time.
• Educational Participation: Attend educational meetings and contribute to department in-services.
• Report Issues: Notify supervisor of equipment failures, supply shortages, staff or patient changes, and other issues.
• Scheduling and Office Tasks: Schedule patients and perform various office tasks.
• Infection Control: Apply infection control and universal precautions during patient care activities.
• Clinical Assignments: Accept assignments matching education and competence levels.
• Promote Compliance: Educate and coach staff to ensure compliance with payors and fiscal intermediaries.

Skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Empathy and patient care

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

About us: At Home&Care, we understand the importance of receiving high-quality healthcare in the comfort of our patients home. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to providing compassionate and personalized care tailored to our patients individual needs.

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (for full time employees)
• Ongoing education opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• 401(k) retirement plan (for full time employees)
• Company-provided technology and resources
• Work-life balance focused culture
• Meaningful work making a difference in patients' lives every day
• Support from experienced clinical and administrative teams

About us: At Home&Care, we understand the importance of receiving high-quality healthcare in the comfort of our patients home. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to providing compassionate and personalized care tailored to our patients individual needs.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (for full time employees)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Ongoing education opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Employee referral bonuses
• 401(k) retirement plan (for full time employees)
• Company-provided technology and resources
• Work-life balance focused culture
• Meaningful work making a difference in patients' lives every day
• Support from experienced clinical and administrative teams

Responsibilities:

• Administer Treatment Plans: Implement physical therapy treatment plans as developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Therapeutic Exercises: Provide non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, massage, traction, and various modalities (heat, light, cold, water, and electrical) to patients.
• Document Patient Care: Accurately document daily, weekly, or monthly records of patient care and submit clinical paperwork to the office on time each week.
• Educational Participation: Attend educational meetings and coordinate and contribute to department in-services.
• Report Issues: Notify the Physical Therapist or Executive Director of equipment failures, supply shortages, staff or patient changes, and other departmental issues.
• Scheduling and Office Tasks: Schedule patients and perform various office tasks.
• Infection Control: Apply infection control and universal precautions principles during patient care activities.
• Clinical Assignments: Accept clinical assignments that match education and competence levels.
• Promote Compliance: Promote compliance with fiscal intermediaries and third-party payors through education, coaching, and other assistance as necessary.

Required Experience/Skills:

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association accredited program.
• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification