What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant position at KC's Home Health Care?
Aleca Home Health f/k/a KC's Home Health Care & Sante' Home Health is a full-service Medicare & CHAP certified Home Health agency committed to providing “Care with Compassion” and fulfilling the needs of the community to the best of our ability. We strive to develop innovative solutions through education to enhance home health care services to our clients, respect all human life and dignity, strive to improve quality of life, and encourage all of our caregivers to share in our mission.
Our services include: nursing, physical, occupational and speech therapy, social workers and home health aides. Specialized programming is available for those with COPD, pain, and congestive heart failure. We are seeking experienced home health professionals who enjoy variety, mobility and are focused on the needs of our patients.
This is
a Full Time-Hourly position with competitive wage and full
benefits including IT package (iPad/iPhone) for business use, monthly travel
stipend, health & wellness benefits, retirement plan, paid time off, paid
holidays, and more!
A Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) 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).
Primary Job Functions & Responsibilities
- Provides physician prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT.
- Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient.
- Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities.
- Participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning.
- Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician and according to the plan of care established by the PT.
- Consults with PT regarding change in treatment.
- Instructs patients and family members in home programs and activities of daily living.
- Participates in in-service programs and presents in-service programs as assigned.
- Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned.
- Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled.
- Prepares medical records, progress notes and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per Agency policy.
- Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the PT.
- Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes.
- Participates in educating the patient and family.
Education & Experience Requirements
- Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Two (2) years experience as a PTA preferred.
- Experience in gerontology and home care preferred.
Licensure and/or Certification
- Current LPTA license through the Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy
- Current CPR Certification
- Current Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Valid driver’s license with maintenance of safe driving record and a reliable automobile that is insured in accordance with state requirements.
