Physical Therapist Assistant- Home Health, Full-time

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health • Hartford, VT

11d • Remote

About The Position

Physical Therapist Assistants at Dartmouth Health Home Care (DHHC) work under the supervision of a registered Physical Therapist. They act as a member of the rehabilitation staff, providing physical therapy services according to a patient plan of care. This role offers the opportunity to become an integral part of a patient's care team, providing broad independence while being part of a cohesive team. It's a chance to be an important part of the community, offering a work-life balance with the flexibility needed. DHHC covers over 70 towns, delivering superior nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, and personal care services with effectiveness, integrity, and compassion, aiming to help people in the community.

Requirements

• Must be a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in Vermont and New Hampshire or hold a compact license.
• Graduate of an accredited school as a Physical Therapy Assistant
• Unencumbered PT license in VT and NH or compact.
• Driver’s license, minimum requirements on car insurance, and a clean driving record

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience as a PTA in a home health care setting is preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment to patients as prescribed by physician and after initial and periodic evaluation of patient’s physical therapy and rehabilitation needs have been established by a RPT. When PTA is going to be following a new patient, the RPT will make the initial evaluation visit and assign care to the PTA as appropriate.
• Treat patients within plan of care developed with RPT to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means, such as exercise, massage, heat, water, light and electricity.
• Direct and aid patients in active and passive exercises, muscle re-education, gait and functional training, activities of daily living including transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Make use of equipment such as ultra-violet and infrared lamps, low voltage generation, diathermy and ultrasonic machines.
• Observe, record, and reports to the RPT the patient’s reaction to treatment and change in patient’s condition.
• Teach the patient and caregivers self-care techniques and activities as appropriate.
• Arrange with health agency for use of equipment that is available to patients.
• Complete and submit accurate and relevant clinical notes and required documentation in a timely manner in accordance with expected agency standards.

Benefits

• $15,000 New Hire Retention Bonus (conditions apply)
• Relocation Assistance Available (conditions apply)
• Relocation assistance
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Clinical CEUs
• Online LinkedIn Learning
• Extensive health, dental, and lifestyle benefits that come with being part of the renowned Dartmouth Health system

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree