Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) | Home Health (54158)

Interim HealthCare of Wisconsin - Hudson/Eau Claire; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Interim HealthCare of Wisconsin is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for home health in Freeport, IL. This role promises a work-life balance while delivering personalized care to patients. Join a family-oriented company that values its therapists and offers competitive compensation with benefits. If you are passionate about patient care and looking for a fulfilling career, apply today!

Benefits

15 days of PTO

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k Match up to 3% - fully vested after 5 years

Employer pays 90% of employee only medical plans

Mileage Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Program and active PTA license in Illinois required.
• Minimum of 1 year of physical therapy assistant experience, ideally in home healthcare.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based physical therapy to patients recovering from illness or injury.
• Collaborate as part of a home health team on patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals and exercises.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Good clinical judgement

Dexterity

Compassion

Education

Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapist Program

Active PTA license in Illinois

CPR certification

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) | Home Health (54158)

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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!

As a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant, you'll receive the following and more:

• $29.00-39.00/hour
• A commitment to work life balance with 15 days of PTO, and 7 paid holidays
• 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
• Mileage Reimbursement
  
  

As a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant, 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 patient 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 Therapist Assistants

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Program and active PTA license in Illinois
• Minimum of 1 years 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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