Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (Home Health PTA)

Suncrest Health Services • West Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant provides care and services to a group of patients in their residences, which may include private homes, independent living facilities, and assisted living facilities. The role contributes to the interdisciplinary team and delivers physical therapy services and interventions under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist, in accordance with the physician-approved plan of care. Suncrest describes its approach as providing exceptional home health care through increased staffing resources, higher staff-to-patient ratios, more clinical visits, and lower clinician caseloads. Full-time and part-time schedules are available.

Requirements

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant licensure in good standing in the state or states of practice.
• One year of experience under license.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.
• Ability to work independently on a day-to-day basis.
• Ability to communicate by phone, email, and in writing.
• Understanding of state and federal rules and regulations.
• Time management skills to manage visits, documentation, and meetings, attend scheduled visits and required meetings, and prioritize and triage urgent concerns.
• Ability to learn an electronic medical records system.
• Willingness to drive, reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and auto insurance.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and services to a group of patients in their residences, including private homes, independent living facilities, and assisted living facilities.
• Provide physical therapy services and interventions under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist and in accordance with the physician-approved plan of care.
• Contribute to the interdisciplinary team.
• Collaborate daily with a team of clinicians and communicate with a variety of healthcare professionals.
• Manage patient visits, documentation, and meetings; respond to urgent needs by prioritizing and triaging multiple concerns.
• Work with patients one-on-one while receiving support from the patient care team.

Benefits

• Actual work/life balance
• Competitive pay
• Benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employer match and 100% vesting after 90 days of employment
• A culture emphasizing appreciation and valuing team members
• Opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing national company, with possible position upgrades

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed