Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

The physical therapist assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.

• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.

• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.

• Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.

• Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in patient's condition.

• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.

• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes which will be incorporated into the patient's clinical record in prescribed time frames.

• Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization In-service Education Program.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an associate degree in science or applied science which is approved by American Physical Therapy Association.

• Current certification or license as required by state law.

• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.

• Possesses and maintains current BLS CPR certification.

• Ability to handle confidential matters and information with the highest level of discretion.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• Prioritize daily issues, tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Comfortable working independently; self-starter with a strong work ethic.

• HomeCare HomeBase (EMR) experience preferred.

$40 - $45 an hour

Mission Healthcare Family of Companies includes Mission Home Health, Mission Hospice, Moniker Hospice, Healthy Living at Home, Tender Care, Sun Tree, Hands of Hope, Advanced Healthcare Services, One Care and Compass at Home.

EOE - M/F/Disabled/Veterans - Reasonable Accommodation

It is our business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.