PTA Home Health: Impactful Care & Growth Benefits

Elara Caring; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(K) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support patients in their homes, delivering therapy per the treatment plan and working under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

You will educate patients and caregivers, monitor progress, and help patients regain mobility and independence with assistive devices, while adhering to state guidelines and physician orders. This role requires travel to patient homes and a valid PTA license.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted PTA license valid for the state of work.
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program approved by the American Therapy Association.
• 6+ months experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferred.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services according to the treatment plan established by the Physical Therapist.
• Help patients work toward therapy goals that improve mobility, function, and independence.
• Monitor patient progress and report changes to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home therapy programs and techniques to support continued progress.
• Teach patients and families how to safely use assistive devices (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, prosthetics, orthotics).
• Deliver safe, high-quality therapy services in accordance with physician orders, standards, and state guidelines.

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the American Therapy Association

Job description

Elara Caring is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support patients in their homes, delivering therapy per the treatment plan and working under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

You will educate patients and caregivers, monitor progress, and help patients regain mobility and independence with assistive devices, while adhering to state guidelines and physician orders. This role requires travel to patient homes and a valid PTA license.