Physical Therapy Assistant (Pta) - Home Health

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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Home Health

Department: Home Care

Usual Schedule: M-F 8a-4:30p

Regions:

On Call Requirements: None

Job Category: Allied Health

Work Location: Carle on Fieldstone

Employment Type: Full - Time

Nursing Specialty:

Job Post ID: 41429

Secondary Job Category: Therapy Services

Experience Requirements: None

Weekend Requirements: None

Education Requirements: Associates Degree

Shift: Day

Location: Champaign, IL

Holiday Requirements: None

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Home Care Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) implements plan of care as provided by the physical therapist, treating patients of all ages. Serves as a role model in delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students. Hours may vary depending upon census and program need.

Supporting Danville, Il region

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

Physical Therapy Asst (PTA) License Illinois upon hire and Driver's License Illinois upon hire and Proof of Auto Insurance Illinois upon hire.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

None Specified

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

None Specified

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Documents through comprehensive detail about patient visit, information is sufficient that following staff can determine exactly what and how care was rendered with a clear plan for the next contact.

• Trains patients and/or caregivers in performance of patient care and management.

• Administers prescribed physical therapy treatment programs as developed by the Physical therapist for patients to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability, injury or loss of body part.

• Anticipates and organizes delivery of patient supplies to ensure fiscal responsibility as well as ensuring patient have adequate supplies.

• Completes visit notes and telephone conversations records and ensures they are transmitted in a timely manner according to policy.

• Documents assessments and treatment interventions within the scope of practice and according to the plan of care and to department policy.

• Educates and documents discharge planning occurring during each visit, including communication with physician, nurse, therapist, aide, patient and/or caregivers.

• Participates in patient care conferences as requested.

• Demonstates comprehension of and adherence to regulatory requirements and departmental policies/processes.

• Assess homebound status of patients.

• Follow physical therapy plan of care to provide physical therapy treatment in patient's home.

• Communicate with patients to schedule appointment times and manage daily schedule.

• Assess home safety and recommend equipment to improve patient's home safety.

• Educate family/caregivers on recommended home exercise program.

• Performs wound care within the scope of practice and according to the plan of care and to the department policy.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado.

Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted.

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