What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health PTA - Leander position at JOL HEALTHCARE?
Job Details
Description
Job Summary:
Provide coordinated physical therapy to patients/clients of all age groups under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. Participate in the coordination of care.
Essential Functions:
- Provides services ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care, as developed, delegated, and supervised by the Physical Therapist. Completes appropriate documentation on time.
- Administers non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water, and electrical modalities to patients/clients.
- Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in performing patient/client care activities to prevent contamination.
- Accepts clinical assignments consistent with education and competence to care for patients/clients.
- Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills to provide patient/client and caregiver education.
- Meets mandatory continuing education requirements.
- Promotes compliance with all fiscal intermediaries and/or other third-party payors, through education, coaching, and other assistance as necessary.
- Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.
- Participates in the Agency’s QAPI program.
- Participates in Agency-sponsored in-service training.
Qualifications
Job Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy assistant with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy.
Licensure: Current State License or a multi-state license issued by a state member of the Physical Therapist Licensure Compact (PTLC), if practicing in a state member of the PTLC, to practice Physical Therapy, or if licensure does not apply, meets one of the requirements listed in 42 CFR 484.115(1);
Experience: One year experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant, preferred.
Skills: Therapy skills as set forth in the Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies. Good interpersonal skills. Proof of current CPR.
Transportation: Reliable transportation, current drivers license, and current and valid auto liability insurance.
Salary: $50 PPV
Job Type: Full-time
Salary : $50
