What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA / $7.5k Sign On position at AT Home Care & Hospice?
Our Company :
AT Home Care & Hospice
Overview : 7.5k Sign On
- sign-on bonus applicable to external / new hire only
Full-Time PTA
Work Schedule : Monday-Friday
Coverage area : West territory, Staunton, Waynesboro
Home Health Experience Preferred
Our Home Health Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) are the heart of our organization! In this role, you will support your patients by providing direct care and coordinating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure that both patients and their families have an optimal care experience. Take this chance to make a meaningful impact with your career today! Come join our incredible team of clinicians and supportive leadership today!!!
Our comprehensive benefits include :
Competitive pay
Mileage reimbursement
Medical, dental and vision
Short- and long-term disability
Life insurance
Paid time off
401(k) program
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Vendor discounts
Responsibilities :
Provide direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care
Direct and aid patient in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training
Utilize physical agents, including heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage
Instruct in use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices
Observe and report to the physical therapist the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in condition
Ensure compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements
Additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications :
Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the CAPTE with current licensure to practice in state of operation
1 year PTA experience
Home health experience preferred
Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence
About our Line of Business : At AT Home Care & Hospice, our primary ambition is to bring first-class care to the warmest and most serene environment possible : home. We provide the full spectrum of hospice and home health services, thoughtfully tailored to the individual needs of patients and families. As part of the BrightSpring Health Services family of brands, AT Home Care & Hospice is grounded in a foundational commitment to providing exceptional patient care and championing our agency leadership and teams. We are proud to have some of the best and brightest individuals in the health care industry on our team. We are confident you will find purpose, meaning and a chance to make a positive impact from day one. For more information about AT Home Care & Hospice, please visit www.athomecareandhospice.com. Follow us on Facebook. Additional Job Information :
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