Physical Therapist Assistant

Elara Caring•Jefferson City, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Elara Caring is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant for hourly home visits. The role provides direct physical therapy services to patients in their homes, following accepted standards of practice and physician-certified plans of care. The assistant works under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and contributes to quality and continuity of care through patient instruction and communication about changes in patient status. The position involves one-on-one patient visits in a collaborative environment, with autonomy and flexibility. The assistant must be able and willing to travel within the branch or office coverage area, including travel of 50%.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the American Therapy Association.
Current, unrestricted PTA license valid for the state of work.
Able and willing to travel within the branch/office coverage area, including travel of 50%.
Dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
Able and willing to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.

Nice To Haves

Six or more months of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct physical therapy services in accordance with accepted standards of practice and the patient’s physician-certified plan of care.
Follow the Plan of Care established by the Physical Therapist and work under the Physical Therapist’s supervision; promptly report changes in patient status to the Physical Therapist.
Adhere to State Practice Act guidelines.
Verify the Plan of Care before each visit and provide care according to physician’s orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
Incorporate the patient care goals in the Plan of Care into therapy care.
Instruct patients and/or their families in the appropriate and safe use of prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive devices, including canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
Instruct the patient and/or caregiver in the therapy home program.