Pediatric Physical Therapy Assistant

BRIO Home Health

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A Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Physical Therapist (PT).

1. Understands and adheres to established BRiO Home Health policies and procedures.

2. Provides physician prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT.

3. Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient.

4. Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities.

5. Participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning.

6. Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician and according to the plan of care established by the PT.

7. Consults with PT regarding change in treatment.

8. Instructs patients and family members in home programs and activities of daily living.

9. Participates in in-service programs and presents in-service programs as assigned.

10. Participates in QAPI activities as assigned.

11. Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled.

12. Prepares medical records, progress notes and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per BRiO Home Health policy.

13. Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the PT.

14. Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes.

15. Participates in educating the patient and family.

16. Performs maintenance therapy services under a maintenance program established by a qualified therapist, when acting within the therapy scope of practice defined by applicable state licensure laws.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics
• Home Health
• Pediatrics

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $25 - $40