Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Health
About The Position
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Health | Per Diem Bella Terra Home Health and Hospice is committed to providing comfort, compassion, and exceptional care to patients in their homes or facilities. Our mission is to enhance quality of life through personalized home health and hospice services delivered by a team dedicated to excellence. We are growing and seeking an experienced, compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team on a per diem basis in the Inland Empire area! Why Join Bella Terra? Competitive pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour Flexible scheduling Supportive, team-oriented culture Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients’ lives Bella Terra is part of the Cornerstone Group , a nationwide network of home health and hospice agencies. While we have the resources of a large organization, we operate locally with a strong sense of community and autonomy.
Requirements
- Active California Physical Therapy Assistant License
- Minimum 2 years of physical therapy assistant experience (home health experience preferred)
- Current CPR certification
- Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license with insurance
- Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
Nice To Haves
- home health experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
- Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
- Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
- Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
- Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.
- Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
- Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
