What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) position at Interim HealthCare- Maine?
Discover a new lane in therapy where treatments are personal and outcomes are optimal. As a Home Health PTA, you’ll help patients regain their strength, manage their pain and reach their goals in a home setting where therapy is customized to their daily lives. Interim HealthCare is currently seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team of healthcare professionals based out of our South Portland, Maine office. We pride ourselves on our well-respected Rehabilitation Team; they are talented professionals in their areas of expertise. Come join our warm, friendly team environment where you feel you belong!
As the nation’s first home care company, Interim HealthCare® understands the value of home-based care to individuals struggling with strength and mobility challenges. The ideal candidate will hold a valid PTA License in the State of Maine.
If you’re ready for a challenging and rewarding new career path, you are made for this!
Our Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant enjoy some excellent benefits:
- 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
- Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance
- Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs
- PTO, Holiday Pay, Medical/Dental Vision and 401K Benefits
As a Home Health Physical Therapist, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:
- Provide home-based physical therapy to patients who have lost mobility, strength and functionality due to an illness or injury
- Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, OT and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and goals
- Observe movements, conduct assessments, document progress and modify care plan as needed
- Assist patient with exercises and hands-on therapy to manage pain and increase mobility
- Educate patients on their plan of care, established goals, exercises and self-care
- Coach family on the plan of care, therapy goals and safely assisting with exercises
A few must-haves for Home Health Physical Therapists:
- active PTA license in Maine
- Minimum of 1 year of PTA experience, ideally in home healthcare
- CPR certification
- Up to date on all State of Maine Required vaccinations
- Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
- Good clinical judgement, strong interpersonal skills, dexterity and compassion
Why Work for Interim HealthCare?
Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Physical Therapists (PTs).Operating through 300 offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates therapists, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of PTs who are making a significant impact in the lives of others through the personalized, home-based therapy they provide.
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