Physical Therapist Assistant- Home Health, Per Diem

Dartmouth Health•White River Junction, VT

About The Position

Dartmouth Health Home Care is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist Assistant to provide home health rehabilitation services in the Upper Valley and surrounding area. Under the supervision of a registered Physical Therapist (RPT), and in accordance with agency policies and state practice requirements, the PTA provides services according to each patient’s plan of care. The RPT completes initial and periodic evaluations and assigns appropriate care to the PTA. The role includes treating patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical therapy methods and equipment. The PTA observes and reports patients’ responses and changes in condition, teaches patients and caregivers self-care techniques, coordinates equipment use, and completes accurate clinical notes and required documentation on time. Dartmouth Health Home Care serves more than 70 towns with nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, and personal care services. The organization describes the role as offering broad independence within a cohesive care team, meaningful community involvement, and flexibility to support work-life balance.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
Hold at least one active, unencumbered PTA license in Vermont or New Hampshire at the time of hire.
Maintain active, unencumbered PTA licenses in both Vermont and New Hampshire within 30 days of the hire date.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Current car insurance meeting minimum standards.
BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide treatment prescribed by a physician and assigned by an RPT following the RPT’s initial and periodic evaluations.
Treat patients according to the plan of care developed with the RPT, using appropriate physical therapy methods to relieve pain, restore or develop function, and maintain performance.
Direct and assist patients with active and passive exercises, muscle re-education, gait and functional training, activities of daily living, transfers, and prosthetic training.
Use physical therapy equipment and modalities, including ultraviolet and infrared lamps, low-voltage generation, diathermy, and ultrasonic machines.
Observe, record, and report patients’ reactions to treatment and changes in their condition to the RPT.
Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques and activities as appropriate.
Arrange with the health agency for patients’ use of available equipment.
Complete and submit accurate, relevant clinical notes and required documentation promptly and in accordance with agency standards.