Physical Therapy Assistant |Sign On Bonus!!

Careage; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000 DOE

Mileage reimbursement

401k with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Careage is seeking a compassionate Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join our home health team covering the Rural South area in Washington. You will work under a Registered Physical Therapist to provide personalized therapy in patients’ homes, helping them regain mobility and improve quality of life.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, guiding patient exercises, and documenting progress.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Washington State.
• 2 years preferred experience in home health or physical therapy.
• Ability to follow physician orders and plan of care.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy to patients in their homes under the supervision of a Registered PT.
• Implement treatment plans and guide patients through exercises.
• Monitor progress and report to supervising PT.
• Assess patient response and adjust activities accordingly.
• Maintain accurate patient records and communicate with care team.

Skills

Physical stamina

Compassionate care

Interpersonal skills

Education

WA PTA license

Job description

Description

Careage Home Health is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join our home health team. In this role, you will provide personalized physical therapy services to patients in their residences, helping them regain mobility and improve their quality of life. Working under the supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist, you will implement treatment plans, assist patients with exercises, and support their recovery process in a comfortable and familiar environment. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while working within a supportive and growth-oriented team. This position will cover the Rural South (Kent, Auburn, Federal Way, Des Moines and Covington) area.

• Sign on Bonus up to $5,000 DOE!! Payable at 1 year of Full Time employment.
• Mileage Reimbursement
• $36.50-47.75 (DOE)
• Kent, Auburn, Federal Way, Des Moines and Covington area.

Employee Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• voluntary STD
• LTD
• 401k with employer match
• 16 days Paid Time Off and holidays
• WA & CA Paid Sick Leave
• discretionary bonuses

For a complete list of employee benefits, please visit careage.com/careers

Why work with us?

Our employees are more than just coworkers – they are family – just like our patients! Working at Careage Home Health, you will be provided ample opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. You will also be working alongside individuals who share the same passion and commitment to providing exceptional healthcare, service, and life enrichment to our patients. Our culture is one that encourages, supports, and celebrates our diversity and looks to expand and build it constantly. Join us!

About Careage Home Health

Careage Home Health provides at home care for patients that reside within King, Pierce, and Thurston Counties in Washington State. Our team of caregivers, nurses and therapists work with the guidance and collaboration of the patient's medical team to provide the services needed for their recovery. For more information, visit Careagehealth.com.

About Careage

Careage is a leading provider of senior-focused construction, management, and health care services throughout the United States. They are committed to providing exceptional services to a wide variety of clients, including hospitals, medical clinics, skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation facilities, Assisted Living communities, Memory Care centers, and retirement communities. For more Careage news, go to www.careage.com.

A Licensed PTA administers physical therapy to patients intermittently in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Physical Therapist (PT).

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Physical strength and stamina
• Ability to lift patients and help them move
• Ability to read and execute detailed instructions
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Compassion and empathy
• Good attention to detail
• Solid knowledge of anatomy
• Knowledge of PT stretches and exercises

Requirements

• 2 years experience preferred
• Currently Licensed, Registered or Certified in Washington State
• 2 years certified by the American Physical Therapy Association