Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) | Home Health (53402)

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in home health care is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join their compassionate team. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide personalized therapy in a home setting, ensuring patients regain their strength and mobility. With a commitment to work-life balance, enjoy 15 days of PTO and 7 paid holidays while making a significant impact on patients' lives. The company fosters a family-oriented culture and values its therapists, making it an ideal place for those passionate about home health care. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career adventure, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

15 days of PTO

7 paid holidays

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Employer pays 90% of medical plans

401k Match up to 3%

Competitive mileage reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of physical therapy assistant experience, ideally in home healthcare.
• CPR certification and knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based physical therapy to patients recovering from illness or injury.
• Work as part of a home health team focused on the patient’s plan of care.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Clinical Judgement

Compassion

Dexterity

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Program

Active PTA license in IL

Tools

EMR Software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Freeport - Freeport, IL

Salary Range: $60000.00 - $70000.00 Salary

Description

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) | Home Health

in Freeport, IL

Experience a therapy career that caters to your schedule and makes every day an adventure. As a Home Health PTA, work-life balance is yours to enjoy, and no two days are ever alike. You’ll get to know your patients personally and have a full view of the environment and obstacles they are navigating.

Since 1966, Interim HealthCare has been a trusted provider of home health therapy and an employer of choice to PTAs nationwide. We are committed to helping patients regain their strength so they can live their best life. If you share our passion, you are made for this!

• A commitment to work life balance with 15 days of PTO, and 7 paid holidays
• Annual salary for full-time clinicians, competitive per visit rates for PRN clinicians
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance and an HSA
• Employer happily pays 90% of employee-only medical plans
• Clinician Friendly EMR!
• 401k Match up to 3% - fully vested after 5 years
• Competitive mileage reimbursement

As a Home Health Physical Therapist, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:

• Provide home-based physical therapy to patients who have lost mobility, strength, and functionality due to an illness or injury
• Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, OT, and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and goals
• Observe movements, conduct assessments, document progress, and modify care plan as needed
• Assist patients with exercises and hands-on therapy to manage pain and increase mobility
• Educate patients on their plan of care, established goals, exercises, and self-care
• Coach family on the plan of care, therapy goals, and safely assisting with exercises

A few must-haves for Home Health Physical Therapists:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Program and active PTA license in IL
• Minimum of 1 year of physical therapy assistant experience, ideally in home healthcare
• CPR certification
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
• Good clinical judgement, strong interpersonal skills, dexterity, and compassion

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates therapists, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of PTs who are making a significant impact in the lives of others through the personalized, home-based therapy they provide.

Interim HealthCare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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