Physical Therapy Assistant- Home Health

CARE FIRST HOME HEALTH CARE INC • Fresno, CA

2d • $40 - $45 • Remote

About The Position

The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care. They treat patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance. This role involves directing and aiding patients in various therapeutic exercises and training, utilizing physical agents, and maintaining patient records.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Current certification or license as required by state law.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification
• Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.
• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.
• Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree