Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Mobile Outpatient

Genesis HealthCare; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in rehabilitation services is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their innovative team. This role focuses on delivering personalized care in the comfort of patients' homes, enhancing their independence and quality of life. With a commitment to patient-centered care, you will work alongside licensed therapists to implement tailored treatment plans and ensure high-quality service delivery. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of older adults. If you're passionate about rehabilitation and wellness, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Clinical Mentorship Program

Free CEUs through Medbridge

H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance

Employee Recognition Program

Professional Development Program

Qualifications

• Valid license in the state of practice or proof of license eligibility.
• Reliable transportation to and from patients' residences.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient rehabilitation services in patients' homes.
• Implement individualized treatment plans under supervision.
• Maintain documentation and adhere to treatment schedules.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Care

Documentation

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant License

Driver's License

Job description

Overview

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.

With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

• Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Support for New Grads & Clinical Fellows: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

Powerback is a new way of delivering recovery, rehabilitation, respiratory, and wellness services to patients across the nation. We deliver an empowered approach to achieving your full potential by providing integrated and individualized solutions. Our reimagined approach to rehabilitation connects directly to the patient experience, which is centered on transforming the road to recovery for everyone and helping patients get their power back. It's patient-centered care that provides a sustainable way of feeling better, moving better, breathing better, and living better.

The Physical Therapist Assistant will primarily provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for the older adult population. The in-home setting could be a patient's private residence or in a patient's room in an independent living facility. Powerback Rehabilitation To You allows the Physical Therapy Assistant to evaluate and treat in the most functional environment which is the patient's home. The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. This position offers a flexible schedule and work environment in various settings.

1. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences, and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist.
2. Responsible for adherence to department and patient treatment schedule, timely clinical and billing documentation requirements, as well as work-related meetings.
3. Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
4. Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
5. Instructs patients, families, and caregivers in skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under supervision.
6. Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
7. Cleans, maintains, and reports the need for repair of equipment as necessary.
8. Ensures patients and families receive high-quality, compassionate service, recognizing individual needs and rights.
9. Implements individualized treatment plans established by the primary Physical Therapist.
10. Provides physical therapy treatments including therapeutic exercises, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, and use of modalities, among others.
11. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

1. Must have a valid license in the state(s) of practice or proof of license eligibility.
2. Must have a valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients' residences.