PRN - Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) (Baldwin County)- ProHealth Home Health

ProHealth Home Health and Hospice • Daphne, AL

14h

About The Position

A Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. Services are provided in accordance with physician orders and the plan of care, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist (PT). The position works indoors in the Agency office and patients’ homes, and requires travel to and from patient homes. The role may require physical activity, extended periods of standing and activity, heavy lifting, and regular bending, lifting, and standing.

Requirements

• Graduate from a two-year college-level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Currently licensed, registered, or certified in the state or states where practicing.
• Accept the philosophy and goals of the Agency.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to established Agency policies and procedures.
• Provide physician-prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT.
• Improve or minimize patients’ residual physical disabilities.
• Help patients return to an optimum and productive level within their capabilities.
• Participate with other health care personnel in patient care planning.
• Perform skilled procedures ordered by the physician and according to the PT-established plan of care.
• Consult with the PT regarding changes in treatment.
• Instruct patients and family members in home programs and activities of daily living.
• Participate in in-service programs and present them as assigned.
• Participate in QAPI activities as assigned.
• Attend scheduled patient care conferences.
• Prepare medical records, progress notes, and care plan updates for each patient visit in a timely manner, according to Agency policy.
• Perform services planned, delegated, and supervised by the PT.
• Assist in preparing clinical and progress notes.
• Participate in educating patients and families.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree