PTA Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant PRN

Doctor's Choice Home Care & Hospice Texas; Wharton (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Doctor's Choice Home Care & Hospice Texas is looking for a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) to provide physical therapy to patients in their homes. This role requires strong communication skills, initiative, and a current valid driver's license.

Must be experienced with a focus on home health and CPR certified. The position involves significant travel and physical effort, providing an exciting opportunity to impact patients' lives directly.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.
• 100% travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy to patients in their place of residence.
• Communicates with the PT regarding treatment and patient status.

Skills

Licensed in the state of practice

Two years experience, home health preferred

CPR certified

Strong communication skills

Good customer relations skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by APTA

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Wharton Branch - Wharton, TX 77488

Position Type: Per Diem

Travel Percentage: Up to 75%

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Therapy

Summary of Essential Functions

A Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis 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). The PT will evaluate the PTA in the performance of provision of treatments, patient education, communication with the PT, and data collection regarding the patients status and health needs as delegated by the PT.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing
• Two (2) years experience, home health preferred
• CPR certified with American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
• Strong communication skills, both oral and in writing, with excellent interpersonal skills
• Must demonstrate good customer relations skills and a commitment to providing quality service
• Acceptance and ability to demonstrate support the core values and goals of Agency
• Must have a current valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation
• 100% travel may be required

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Works indoors patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.
• Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100-pound patient.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position.
• Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.
• Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.