Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

Well Care Health•Durham, NC

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Well Care Health is seeking a compassionate, dedicated Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to join their growing team and provide exceptional care in a supportive and rewarding environment. At Well Care Health, they are a team of compassionate and committed professionals dedicated to supporting employees' success. A career at Well Care is more than just a job, it’s a way of life, encouraging employees to work for, learn from, and be the best. The company is committed to excellence in home healthcare and is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The position works under the supervision of the Clinical Manager and a licensed physical therapist, providing individualized patient care for adults (18-72 years) and geriatrics (72+ years) throughout the life span, adhering to established policies, procedures, and guidelines as directed by the physical therapist. The role also involves participating in professional responsibilities such as program development, student programs, and performance improvement programs, as well as providing patient consultation and communicating with other professionals.

Requirements

Associate Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
Licensure in the state in which providing therapy (NC/SC).
CPR certification.
Minimum 6 Months experience.
Knowledge of physical therapy procedures, ability to manipulate patient care and evaluation equipment, including goniometers, modalities, assistive devices and exercise equipment.
Ability to properly transfer and guard patients.
Ability to apply other manual therapy techniques.
Ability to deal with the public, co-workers, patients, families, and physicians in a professional and positive manner.
Ability to apply physical therapy principles and use professional reasoning to develop appropriate treatment programs.
Ability to prioritize duties, learn new skills and techniques in patient care.
Ability to learn and use computer technology and supportive services.
Ability to see and communicate clearly in order to perform basic therapy techniques.
Must have a valid North Carolina driver’s license and an operational vehicle.

Responsibilities

Monitor patients’ conditions, report changes to the care team, and assist in developing personalized care plans.
Educate patients and families on health management and self-care techniques.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure the highest quality care for each patient.
Provide individualized patient care for patients in all developmental stages throughout the life span including: Adult - 18-72 years, Geriatric - 72 + years, according to established policies, procedures, and guidelines as directed by the physical therapist.
Participate in professional responsibilities such as program development, student programs, and performance improvement programs.
Provide patient consultation and assume a communicative role with other professionals.
Administer prescribed physical therapy treatments to patients in all stages of life.
Assist with program development and discipline specific operations efficiently and productively.
Appropriately communicate and document information in accordance to agency policies and procedures and discipline specific guidelines.
Contribute to program effectiveness.
Organize and perform work effectively and efficiently.
Maintain and adjust schedule to enhance agency performance.
Demonstrate a daily commitment to the values of the agency.
Demonstrate positive interpersonal relations in dealing with all members of the agency.
Maintain and promote customer satisfaction.
Effectively demonstrate the mission, vision and values of the Agency on a daily basis.
Perform other duties as assigned.