Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

Intermountain Health

9d • $29 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides assistance to the physical therapist in developing and implementing physical therapy treatment, procedures, and related activities for direct patient care. In addition, this position is responsible for consulting, educating, and training patients, families, and caregivers and for collaborating with care teams and stakeholders to deliver quality, patient centered care.

This position offers a combination of hourly pay and visit-based pay:

Hourly Pay: For orientation, training, team meetings, and other non-patient care activities. Hours count toward productivity and annual increases.
Per-Visit Pay: Earned for patient care visits completed in the home.

Requirements

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in the states where you work.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Basic Computer skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess skill sets and experience with target population of job setting.
• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• New graduates are welcome to apply — we value fresh perspectives and are committed to supporting your growth from day one.

Responsibilities

• Promotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides by service standards.
• Provides skilled physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, staying updated on standard practices for different patient groups. Conducts treatments according to professional standards (APTA).
• Meets established productivity standards for the department or service line.
• Keeps thorough and timely patient records as required by regulations and facility policies. Completes patient billing accurately and promptly.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers about patient needs and goals. Ensures smooth operations and optimal use of rehabilitation services. Communicates patient assessments, progress, and concerns with the physical therapist.
• Participates in and promotes continuing education opportunities for self and staff, seeking new learning opportunities according to licensure requirements.
• Engages in quality improvement processes, including safe equipment use, improving clinical outcomes, patient access, patient experience and all aspects of the Intermountain Operating Model. Participates in utilization review audits.
• Contributes to program development and marketing strategies to grow the physical therapy program to achieve department goals.

Benefits

• Flexible pay structure with the opportunity to increase earnings based on visit volume while still being paid for meetings, training, and admin time.
• Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates, making your move as smooth as possible.
• Comprehensive benefits package — this role is benefits‑eligible.
• We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

What This Job Offers

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