We are hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA).
At SunCrest Home Health - Durham, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it : for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve it truly is all about helping people.
You can find a home for your career here.
As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you can expect :
- the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
- continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
- independence and autonomy
- career growth possibilities
Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.
Responsibilities
The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving / enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.
Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT;
to perform only those procedures that he / she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training.
- Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and / or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition.
Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.
Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant.
Qualifications
License Requirements
- Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice.
- Current CPR certification is required.
- Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
Physical Therapist Assistant (home Health)
The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care. Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the prov...
Physical Therapist I (Per Diem)
UNC Therapy Services, the outpatient orthopedic therapy division of the Rehabilitation Services Department at UNC Medical Center, is now accepting applications for a Per Diem Physical Therapist. In this position, you'll join a collaborative team of physical therapists and orthopedic residents wo...
Travel Physical Therapist - $1,932 per week
Ardor Health Solutions is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Ardor Health Solutions is looking for a Physical Therapist to join our travel team in a OUT PATIENT setting, in Chapel Hill, NC! This is a full time travel contract position. Ardor Health S...
Occupational Therapist - Harnett and Lee Counties
JOB SUMMARY Works under the supervision of a Clinical Team Leader.Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.Provides individualized patient care for patients in all developmental stages throughout the life span including: Neonates....
Physical Therapist I
This candidate will also work closely with an experienced group of physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists as part of our Outpatient team, as well as with other providers in interdisciplinary clinics. UNC Hospitals Rehabilitation Service Line is accepting appli...
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Responsibilities. Administering physical therapy services as directed by a registered physical therapist. Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Qualifications. ...
Physical Therapist - Pediatric Outpatient
Provide physical therapy services to patients /clients who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes; provide prevention and wellness services, including screenings and health promotion. E...
Physical Therapist Assistant PTA
Job Title: PhysicalTherapist Assistant. Completion of accredited Physical Therapist Assistantprogram (Associates degree). ...
Nursing Care Assistant I-Hospice Home Team-Weekend Option
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke HomeCare & Hospice, which offers hospice, home health, and infusion services across the region, as well as serves as the home forthe Duke Caregiver Support Program. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health S...
Physical Therapist - Sports Medicine
Provide physical therapy services to patients /clients who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes; provide prevention and wellness services, including screenings and health promotion. E...