Physical Therapy Assistant, (PTA) - Home Health

bayada home health care; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Health plans

Life insurance

401k with company match

Direct deposit

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care in Charlotte seeks an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for part-time or per diem home health visits. As a PTA you will support adult and geriatric patients in their homes, providing treatments and education under a licensed Physical Therapist.

Candidates must hold NC PTA licensure, have completed a 2-year APTA-approved PTA program, and have at least one year of PTA experience with supervision from a PT.

Qualifications

• Have current licensure or certification in the state of North Carolina.
• Graduated from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Have at least one year of work experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant and a satisfactory grade on a proficiency exam conducted before December 31, 1977.
• Have at least one year’s work experience under the supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment, tests, patient education and interventions as delegated by a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Perform home health visits for adult and geriatric patients.
• Ensure safety and infection prevention protocols.

Skills

NC licensure as PTA

PTA experience

Proficiency exam requirement

Education

Two-year PTA program approved by APTA

Job description

BAYADA Home Health Careis currently seeking an experiencedPhysical Therapist Assistant, PTA, for a part-time or per diem opportunity performinghome healthvisits for our Charlotte Visits office.

This office services adult and geriatric patients on a per visit basis in territories throughoutMecklenburg County.

As a home care Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) you will assist clients in attaining or maintaining optimal physical well being by providing treatment, tests, client education and appropriate interventions as delegated by a licensed Physical Therapist.

Each Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) must:

• Have current licensure or certification in the state of North Carolina
• Have graduated from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, as indicated by school transcript or diploma, or
• Have one year of appropriate experience as an Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) and a satisfactory grade on a proficiency exam conducted, approved or sponsored by the U.S. Public Health Service when initial qualification occurred before December 31, 1977
• Have at least one year's work experience under the supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist.
• Other activities, as requested.

Our employees are our greatest asset:

• BAYADA offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes the following: Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, vision, dental and medical health plans, employer paid life insurance, 401k with company match, direct deposit and employee assistance program
• Enjoy being part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values
• Feel confident, safe, and supported with PPE supplies, comprehensive infection prevention protocol, daily pre-screens, and close monitoring of the COVID-19 outbreak.
• Develop your skills with training and scholarship opportunities
• Advance your career with specially designed career tracks
• Be recognized and rewarded for your compassion, excellence, and reliability

Additional Information:

Base Pay, depending upon qualifications:

$42-48 per point

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.