PRN C Home Health PTA

Riverside Health; Williamsburg, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Williamsburg, Virginia is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the licensed Physical Therapist. You will perform planned PTA procedures, prepare notes, and participate in patient and family education to restore function and mobility.

The role requires an Associate Degree PTA, CAPTE approval, 1 year healthcare experience, VA PTA license upon hire and CPR/BLS within 30 days, plus a valid driver’s license for travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree PTA and CAPTE-Approved
• 1 year healthcare experience
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in Virginia or eligible for licensure
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire
• Valid driver's license required (25% travel)

Responsibilities

• Follows plan of care and performs PTA procedures as directed
• Participates in meetings, in-services, and education programs
• Maintains patient productivity within assigned caseload
• Completes documentation supporting skilled intervention and adherence to the plan of care
• Documents per department policies and procedures

Skills

Patient care

Assessment skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

CAPTE Certification/Graduate

Job description

Williamsburg, Virginia Hiring Range $38.00 - $42.00/Hourly Actual pay is determined by program, work commitment and business needs

Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant under the direction of the Licensed Physical Therapist shall perform these duties: perform services planned, delegated and supervised by the Physical Therapist; prepare clinical and progress notes; participate in teaching the patient and family; and participate in in-service programs and case conferences. Following an evaluation by a Physical Therapist, the assistant will follow the plan of care and perform PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities. This position must also be able to follow and adhere to the practices described in the Department Policy and Procedure Manual.

What you will do

• Follows Plan of care and performs PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities.
• Participates in facility meetings, departmental meetings, in-services, educational programs, and other meetings to include solutions and engagement with resolution processes.
• Employee's individual productivity measures are satisfactory based on FTE/status and average number of assigned patients in case load.
• Participates positively in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students as needed.
• Completes documentation that supports skilled intervention and adherence to plan of care.
• Completes documentation per department policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Education: Associates Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant (Required) and Program Graduate, Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) (Required)
• Experience: 1 year Healthcare experience (Required)
• Skills and Abilities: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age, goal, and diagnosis appropriate care. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development throughout the life span, be able to assess patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data, and be able to interpret information to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care accordingly per patient care setting.
• Licenses and Certifications: License Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) (Upon Hire Required) and CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days (Required)
• Drives personal vehicle for RHS business 25% or more of the time to perform essential functions of the job. Valid Drivers License Required

About Us

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers. If loving your work is important to you, consider a career at Riverside. By joining our team, you can make a difference in people's lives. Our mission is to care for others as we would care for those we love. We extend that sense of caring to every patient, resident and customer, as well as to each member of our team. We offer care at all stages of life, in hundreds of locations, giving you room to grow your career, along with great benefits and perks. At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities.