Specialized Home Care Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Kansas City

Specialized Home Care; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in home care services is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team in Kansas City. The PTA will provide essential support under the supervision of licensed therapists, contributing to patient care and rehabilitation efforts. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively within a dedicated care team, focusing on quality treatment and patient education.

Benefits

100% Paid Monthly Premiums for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Paid Mileage

Short-term Disability coverage

Referral Program

Flexibility

Supportive & Positive Culture

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Ability to follow care plans and perform assigned therapy services.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapist in patient care and therapy execution.
• Develop and revise treatment plans as necessary.
• Conduct educational sessions for patients and caregivers.

Skills

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Communication

Clinical Documentation

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

100% Paid Monthly Premiums for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Short-term Disability coverage

3 Medical Plan Options

Referral Program

Paid Mileage

Flexibility

Supportive & Positive Culture

Summary :

The Physical Therapy Assistant (“PTA”) provides physical therapy services to patients under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. The PTA works as a collaborative member of a patient’s care team, working across the internal interdisciplinary care team, physicians, and other stakeholders in our patient’s care.

Primary Responsibilities :

Assist the physical therapist in following physical therapy care plans.

Prepares clinical and progress notes and helps develop the treatment plan (revising as necessary).

Performing PT services in line with the care plan and physician orders.

Consult with the physical therapist regarding changes in treatment.

Instruct patients and caregivers on in-home programs and activities of daily living.

Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences to contribute to patient updates, discharge planning, etc.

Advises and consults with agency personnel and patient family / caregivers.

Confirms on a weekly basis the scheduling of visits with the supervising physical therapist, care team, office staff, etc.

EEO Statement : LiveWell provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, LiveWell complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. LiveWell expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of LiveWell team members to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.

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Physical Therapist Assistant Pta • Kansas City, KS