What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant - Home Health position at Amazing Care Home Health Services Inc.?
About Us:
Amazing Care Home Health Services was founded in 2004 with the guiding principle that our greatest asset is our employees. We believe that the key to attaining the highest level of patient care is outstanding employee satisfaction. At Amazing Care, our mantra is simple, yet powerful: Let compassion and quality of service lead the way.
We are seeking qualified clinicians who are true HEROs - Heartfelt, Empathetic, Reliable, and Outstanding. You are what make us amazing!
Pay: $40.00-$45.00 per visit , (Mileage Provided)
Schedule:
Part-Time Days 10-20 visits/ 5-20 hours per week
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team in the Logan area. A home health physical therapist assistant (PTA) will implement treatment plans to assist clients of all ages with cognitive, neurological, physical, and/or sensory functioning by developing and administering physical therapy services in the home and community settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinates and collaborates with the Physical Therapist and the Rehab Director to ensure integration of the therapeutic program in the plan of care.
- Guides and teaches the patient in techniques, exercises, or precautions designed to improve range of motion, strength, balance, coordination, endurance, or functional ability in accordance with instruction from the supervising Physical Therapist as approved by the physician.
- Observes, records, and reports the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition or treatment. Documents the extent of the patient's involvement in the decision affecting his/her care.
- Participates in patient case conferences to coordinate the patient's plan of care and promote positive therapeutic outcome.
- Identify patient's needs and exhibit compassion, caring, and empathy to individual differences
- Complete documentation to support the delivery of physical therapy services
Qualifications:
- Active Physical Therapy Assistant License (Utah)
- Active CPR Certification (America Heart Association)
- Valid driver's license and auto insurance
- Experience supporting a mixed population (pediatric/adult)
- Previous EMR/Charting experience
- 1 year of clinical experience (preferred)
- Previous Home Health experience (preferred)
- Knowledge of physiology best practices and standards
- Hands on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training and physical modalities
- Strong interpersonal/communication skills
- If you're passionate about making a difference and you meet the qualifications outlined above, we'd love to hear from you!
About Therapy:
Amazing Care Home Health offers specialized therapy services that differ from other home health providers. At Amazing Care we give you the freedom to build a weekly schedule as you see fit with as many or as few visits as you would like alongside your preferred days of the week.
The patients and families you will work with rely on the therapy you provide.
We value our employees and are available 24/7 to support them. Amazing Care Home Health is an environment where you can expand your therapy skills, grow professionally and individually, and feel appreciated for the work you are doing.
We provide on-the-job training for each patient you will be working with, so you can feel confident and prepared going into their home.
If you're passionate about making a difference and you meet the qualifications outlined above, we'd love to hear from you!
Salary : $40 - $45