Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA - Home Health

Job Description

Job Description

Description : Job Description :

We are looking for a reliable and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for home health to join our team.

Why Complete Home Care?

Join our team at Complete Home Care be a part of a company that strives to provide the best care for our patients while building a team of dedicated employees. If you want a company that appreciates your skills, compassion, and heart, then Complete Home Care is the place for you! We take pride in not only providing excellent care to our patients but also creating a positive team environment with employee support.

We provide

• Competitive Pay
• Team Events
• Recruitment Incentive Program
• Continuing Education Training
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Performance Incentives
• Family Team Environment

Shift : Mon - Fri, possible weekends

Coverage Areas : Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens, Tequesta, Riviera Beach

Physical Therapy Assistant

General Summary : The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) treats the patient with a specific treatment program designed by the physical therapist, under the guidance of the physical therapist and physician. The PTA is also responsible for coordinating any changes in the patient’s condition to the physical therapist, working toward maximizing the patient’s functional level.

Patient Population : Has contact with patients in the home setting; understands and demonstrates appropriate behavior when interacting with patients in all populations.

Essential Functions :

1. Treat the patient in accordance with a specific program designed by the Physical Therapist and coordinate this with other team members.

2. Provide education and training to patients and family regarding the therapy plan, home exercise program, home safety, and diagnosis / illness.

3. Take measurements related to patient’s condition; reports and coordinates these and any other changes to the supervising physical therapist.

4. Maintain a level of professionalism consistent with the code of ethics of the APTA and HHP and report any unethical situations to the PT Board or appropriate personnel.

5. Provide specific documentation of patient treatment and progress to the physical therapist and Agency.

6. Participate in face-to-face patient conferences with the Physical Therapist as required by state regulations.

7. Participate in mandatory case conferences.

8. Complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner to assure compliance with company policy.

9. Demonstrate commitment and professional growth by participating in in-service programs and maintaining / improving competency.

10. Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the Agency / licensing board.

This description is a general statement of required essential functions performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Supervision : N / A

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Requirements : Experience :

Skills :

Education :

Licensure / Certification :

On-going employment as a PTA always requires maintenance of a valid PTA license in the state which the therapist practices in and a valid CPR certificate. It is the responsibility of the employee to renew these before they expire in order to continue employment.

Physical Requirements :

Environmental / Working Conditions :