What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant Per Diem Opportunity position at Jet Health?
About the Role
Jet Health is seeking a per diem/prn licensed physical therapy assistant to provide coordinated physical therapy services to home health patients/clients of all age groups under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist in Forney, Garland, Mesquite, TX, and surrounding areas.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy services to patients/client as ordered by the supervising licensed physical therapist.
- Conduct patient assessments to identify their physical therapy needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Implement physical therapy interventions to help patients achieve their goals.
- Participate in the coordination of care with other healthcare professionals.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and caregivers about physical therapy plans and progress.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy assistant with an associate degree in physical therapy.
- Current state license or a multi-state license issued by a state member of the Physical Therapist Licensure Compact (PTLC) to practice physical therapy, or if licensure does not apply, meets one of the requirements listed in 42 CFR §484.115(I).
- One year of experience as a physical therapy assistant, preferred; home health experience highly preferred.
- HCHB EMR system knowledge highly preferred.
- Therapy skills as set forth in the Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Proof of current CPR certification.
What We Offer
- Autonomy and one-to-one patient care in a home health setting.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Competitive compensation package.
Benefits for Full-Time Employees
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Accident, critical illness, and cancer insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Paid holidays and one floating holiday.
- PTO.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Mileage reimbursement.
