Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Alternate Solutions Health Network • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides comprehensive skilled services under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant educates patients and their family members and ensures safety of the patient. The PTA is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rule and regulations. The Company adopts the physical therapy scope of practice as outlined by the state for its licensed PTA personnel.

Requirements

• Physical Therapist Assistant with a current license in the state of employment
• Minimum of one year of experience as a PTA in an acute setting is required
• Home care experience is desired
• Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers
• Knowledgeable on therapy best practices
• Ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments
• Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution
• Detail-oriented and observant
• Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled services in a patient’s home as developed by the Physical Therapist plan of care
• Observes, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress
• Performs physical therapy procedures and diagnostic tests on patients for whom they have been medically prescribed
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means, such as exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.
• Assesses functional problems and provides intervention and, in conjunction with the physical therapist, works toward goals to improve patient functional status
• Communicates effectively with physician, therapist, and coworkers
• Participates in case conferencing promoting coordination of care
• Recommends prosthetic/orthotic devices for patients or evaluates their device and makes minor adjustments or recommends modification
• Educates staff in carrying out specific physical therapy modalities when appropriate
• Educates patient and family on therapy techniques involved, safety measures, and supportive activities
• Instructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices
• Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines
• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education
• Completes chart audits at agency location as requested
• Communicates with scheduler any changes as needed
• Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences
• Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings
• Participates in orientation/training of new employees

Benefits

• Competitive financial incentives including a guaranteed base hourly rate plus a generous uncapped bonus structure
• Mileage reimbursement and additional bonus opportunities
• Flexible schedules
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for selection
• Paid time off
• Opportunity to participate in 401k
• Company paid life insurance
• Access to a robust Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees