Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
About The Position
Interim HealthCare of Atlanta, GA is seeking a full-time Home Care Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team. Work a flexible schedule maintaining a healthy work/life balance while receiving top notch pay and an impressive benefit package. Step into a therapy career where you are valued, supported and empowered to make a positive impact in a patient’s life. At Interim HealthCare®, these are just a few of the rewards you’ll enjoy as a Home Health PTA. What sets us apart? For starters, more than 65 percent of our leaders are nurses and medical professionals. So, we know firsthand what it takes to care for patients and the sacrifices you make to do so. Moreover, we recognize the crucial role PTAs play in the healing process. If you’re ready to experience the rewards of home health therapy, you are made for this!
Requirements
- Active licensure or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of GA
- Within the last 5 years, minimum of 2 years of experience as a PTA in home healthcare
- HCHB charting experience
- CPR certification, negative ppd screening or chest x-ray
- Drivers license, reliable transportation & auto insurance
- Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
- Good clinical judgement /proficiency, strong communication skills, dexterity and compassion
- Able to pass federal and state required criminal / abuse background checks and drug screen
Responsibilities
- Provide home-based care under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist to patients with illnesses, injuries and chronic diseases—often after discharge from a hospital, rehab or nursing facility
- Work with a team of physicians and oversee paraprofessional staff providing patient care
- Examine patients, complete assessments, document progress and report changes to their physician
- Educate patients on their plan of care, prescribed medication, therapy, diet and exercise
- Coach family members on the patient’s plan of care, medication and home safety
- Ensure goals are met by effectively communicating with members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team providing care to promote coordination of patient care and planning for discharge
Benefits
- Best pay rates in town
- 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
- Flexible schedule, autonomy and work-life balance
- Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University
- Online training courses to promote growth
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/LTD/STD
- PTO & Holiday pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
