What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Home Health - Full Time position at Bridge Home Health and Hospice?
Overview :
Are you looking for a place where you can make a genuine difference in our patients lives?
Our culture of love for our patients and employees is the top priority. Our commitment to our Core Values allows us to be the provider and employer of choice. We embrace a diverse workforce and understand that our employees are key to providing quality care and our most important resource.
Join us today and grow with us!
Responsibilities :
The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
- Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
- Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
- Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound, and massage.
- Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patients reaction to treatment and any changes in patients condition.
- Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
- Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patients clinical record in prescribed time frames.
- Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Must adhere to the company attendance and reliability guidelines, which are an essential function of the job to ensure quality, and consistent patient care.
Qualifications :
Additional Information :
We are invested in our employees and their well-being. Benefits Include :
Competitive Compensation!
Dynamic, Fun, and holds a Team-oriented work environment!
Countless growth and development opportunities!
Flexible Schedules!
Medical, dental and vision insurance!
Company Paid Life insurance!
Mileage Reimbursement!
Paid Time Off!
Paid Holidays!
Paid Sick Days!
Employee Assistance Program!
401(k)!
Flexible Savings Account!
And so much more!
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws
