Physical Therapist Assistant

Elara Caring • Cuba, MO

7d

About The Position

Elara Caring is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to provide home-based care. The role involves delivering direct physical therapy services in accordance with accepted standards of practice and the patient’s physician certification, supporting quality and continuity of care. The assistant follows the Plan of Care established by the Physical Therapist under their supervision, verifies the plan before each visit, and provides treatment according to physician orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines. The assistant incorporates the patient’s care goals into therapy, teaches patients and families how to safely use prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive devices, and instructs patients or caregivers in the therapy home program. The role requires travel within the branch or office coverage area, including travel for 50% of the work.

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.
• Dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
• Able and willing to travel 50%.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.

Nice To Haves

• At least 6 months of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services in accordance with accepted standards of practice and physician certification.
• Follow the Plan of Care established by the Physical Therapist under their supervision, and 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 orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
• Incorporate patient care goals from the Plan of Care into therapy.
• Instruct patients and/or families in the appropriate and safe use of prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive devices, including canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
• Instruct patients and/or caregivers in the therapy home program.
• Travel within the branch or office coverage area; travel 50% is required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Family and pet bereavement leave.
• Pet insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
• Continuing education opportunities at no cost for all employees.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Autonomy and flexibility in a collaborative environment.
• One-on-one visits that make a rewarding difference in the community.
• Ambient listening system for documentation.

What This Job Offers

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