Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Interim HealthCare - Charlotte, NC•Rock Hill, SC

40d•Remote

About The Position

As the nation’s first home care company, Interim HealthCare® understands the value of home-based care to individuals struggling with strength and mobility challenges. As a Home Health PTA, you can be the person who shows up and helps turn things around. If you’re ready for a challenging and rewarding new career path, you are made for this! Our Home Health Physical Therapists enjoy some excellent benefits: 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes, Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance, Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs, PTO, Holiday Pay, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) benefits with company funded matching.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program and active PTA license in South Carolina
Minimum of 1 year of physical therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare
Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, dexterity and compassion

Responsibilities

Provide home-based physical therapy to patients who have lost mobility, strength and functionality due to an illness or injury
Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, PT,,OT and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and goals
Observe movements, conduct assessments, document progress and modify care plan as needed
Assist patient with exercises and hands-on therapy to manage pain and increase mobility
Educate patients on their plan of care, established goals, exercises and self-care
Coach family on the plan of care, therapy goals and safely assisting with exercises