Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Alternate Solutions Health Network; Troy (MI); In loco; USD 48.000 - 66.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Beaumont Homecare seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant I (PTA) to deliver skilled services in patients’ homes under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will educate patients and families, ensure safety, and maintain accurate documentation in line with Medicare guidelines.

The position involves providing care in Sterling Heights, Troy, Shelby Township, Washington Township, and surrounding areas, with a Monday–Friday day schedule from 8:15 am to 5:00 pm. A valid PTA license is required.

Competenze

• The PTA must have at least 1 year of PTA experience; home care experience is preferred.
• Current PTA license in the state of employment is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and clinicians.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and compliance with Medicare/Medicaid rules.

Mansioni

• Provide skilled services in patients' homes as per the Physical Therapist plan of care.
• Observe and report patient progress and changes to the PT and team.
• Perform PT procedures and therapeutic activities prescribed by the PT.
• Educate patients and families on therapy techniques, safety, and equipment use.
• Complete clinical documentation per agency protocol and Medicare guidelines.
• Coordinate with scheduler and participate in case conferences and on-call duties.

Conoscenze

Home health experience

Communication skills

Documentation accuracy

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Formazione

PTA license (state)

Strumenti

PDA/Computers

Descrizione del lavoro

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.Physical Therapist assistant (PTA) -Home HealthSchedule: Monday-Friday 8:15 am-5:00 pmTerritory- Sterling Heights, Troy, Shelby Township, Washington Township and surrounding areas.Agency: Beaumont HomecareSUMMARYThe Physical Therapist Assistant I (PTA) provides comprehensive skilled services under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant educates patients and their family members and ensures safety of the patient. The PTA I is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rule and regulations. The Company adopts the physical therapy scope of practice as outlined by the state for its licensed PTA personnel.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESProvides skilled services in a patient’s home as developed by the Physical Therapist plan of careObserves, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progressPerforms physical therapy procedures and diagnostic test on patients for whom they have been medically prescribedTreats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means, such as, exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.Assesses functional problems and provided intervention and, in conjunction with the physical therapist, works toward goals to improve patient functional statusCommunicates effectively with physician, therapist, and coworkersParticipates in case conferencing promoting coordination of careRecommends prosthetic/orthotic devices for patients or evaluates their device and make minor adjustments or recommend modificationEducates staff in carrying out specific physical therapy modalities when appropriateEducates patient and family on therapy techniques involved, safety measures, and supportive activitiesInstructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devicesListens to patient and family membersFosters independence in patients and their families to prevent dependence on the agencyCompletes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelinesDocuments all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient educationCompletes chart audits at agency location as requestedCommunicates with scheduler any changes as neededParticipates in all on-call requirements and case conferencesAttends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetingsParticipates in orientation/training of new employeesParticipates in case conferences as neededDrives to patient’s primary location per scheduled visit.Daily attendance at assigned visit locations.Documents all aspects of subsequent, discharge, eval/recert/resumption of care visits within 24 hours of visits.Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements.Follows plan of care as permitted within the scope of practice for a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, per the state of employment.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSMinimum of one year of experience as an PTA in an acute setting is required.Home care experience is desired.Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.Knowledgeable on therapy best practices.Ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments.Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.Detail-oriented and observant.Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely.Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALSPhysical Therapist Assistant with a current license in the state of employment.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.KnowledgeReading, Speaking, Writing English - Constantly 66%-100%Communications Skills - Constantly 66%-100%Computers / PDA - Constantly 66%-100%PhysicalWalking - Constantly 66%-100%Bending - Constantly 66%-100%Standing - Constantly 66%-100%Sitting - Constantly 66%-100%Driving - Frequently 34%-66%Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance - Frequently 34%-66%Stretching/Reaching - Constantly 66%-100%Climbing - Frequently 34%-66%Hand/finger dexterity - Frequently 34%-66%Stooping (bend at waist) - Frequently 34%-66%Sensory ActivitiesDistinguish smell/temperature - Constantly 66%-100%Hearing/Seeing - Constantly 66%-100%Talking in person - Constantly 66%-100%Talking on the telephone - Constantly 66%-100%Hearing in person - Constantly 66%-100%Hearing on the telephone - Constantly 66%-100%Vision for close work - Constantly 66%-100%Other Sensory Activities N/ATRANSITIONAL WORK IS AVAILABLE (ALTHOUGH SOME JOBS MAY REQUIRE SPECIFIC TRAINING) SUCH AS: ANSWERING PHONES, FILING, COMPUTER WORK/DATA ENTRY, ATTENDING TRAINING/CONTINUING EDUCATION, REVIEWING SAFETY MANUALS & OTHER EDUCATIONAL MEDIA, AND ASSISTING OR PERFORMING OTHER TASKS WITHIN RESTRICTIONS ASSIGNED. #INDBEAUHH6We’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.