PTA - Elevate Mobility in Home Health Care

Jobtome; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, offers home health and related services. The PTA works under a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver skilled care in patients' homes, following individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and safety at home.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, coordinating with the care team, and supporting recovery and quality of life through home-based therapy. A strong license and CAPTE-accredited education are required.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a PTA in the assigned state.
• Graduate from an accredited PTA program per CAPTE.
• One year of PTA experience in home health care recommended or mentorship approval for less than one year.

Responsibilities

• Provide PT services under supervision and plan of care.
• Observe and report patient progress to supervising PT and clinical staff.
• Document supervisory activities and patient responses in medical records.
• Coordinate discharge planning with care teams and community resources.

Skills

Physical therapy

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, offers home health and related services. The PTA works under a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver skilled care in patients' homes, following individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and safety at home.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, coordinating with the care team, and supporting recovery and quality of life through home-based therapy. A strong license and CAPTE-accredited education are required.