PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Absolute Health Care; Cambridge (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Absolute Skilled Home Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in the home setting. This PRN role supports patient progress in a home health program, coordinating care with nurses, therapists, and case managers.

The candidate should hold a PTA license, CPR certification, and have solid organizational and communication skills. Prior home health experience is a plus, with responsibilities including documentation and

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited PTA program (APTA approved).
• Minimum six months PTA experience preferred.
• Home Health experience is a plus.
• Current and unrestricted PTA licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Good organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the Physical Therapist consistent with the patient's approved Plan of Treatment
• Observe patients during treatment, compiles data and report patient's progress to the Physical Therapist
• Act as a liaison and maintains contact with patients, Physical Therapist, RN Case Managers and other members of the healthcare team and the community in assuring effective care coordination and appropriate resource referrals
• Recommend to Physical Therapist possible modification to existing physical therapy treatment plans and training needs to achieve maximum results
• Maintain and submit documents as required by the Company and/or facility
• Accurately and thoroughly document patient care observations, interventions and evaluations on the day services are rendered. Assist Therapist with preparation of patient progress notes

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Home Health experience

CPR certification

Education

PTA degree (APTA approved)

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Home Care

PRN Schedule

Absolute Skilled Home Health has been providing skilled nursing, therapy and home health aides in the home under the direction of the patient's Primary Care Physician for over 15 years.

PTA Job Duties:

• Provide therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the Physical Therapist consistent with the patient's approved Plan of Treatment
• Observe patients during treatment, compiles data and report patient's progress to the Physical Therapist
• Act as a liaison and maintains contact with patients, Physical Therapist, RN Case Managers and other members of the healthcare team and the community in assuring effective care coordination and appropriate resource referrals
• Recommend to Physical Therapist possible modification to existing physical therapy treatment plans and training needs to achieve maximum results
• Maintain and submit documents as required by the Company and/or facility
• Accurately and thoroughly document patient care observations, interventions and evaluations on the day services are rendered. Assist Therapist with preparation of patient progress notes

Requirements:

• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program (approved by the APTA)
• Minimum of six months physical therapist assistant experience is preferred
• Home Health experience is a plus
• Current and unrestricted PTA licensure
• Current CPR certification
• Good organizational and communication skills