Physical Therapy Assistant for Home Health | Sheboygan County

Pennant Group • Kiel, WI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The physical therapist assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

Requirements

• Licensed in State of Wisconsin
• Graduated from a PT assistant program approved by CAPTE
• Passed a national examination for PT assistants
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification
• Ability to drive and/or have access to transportation for agency related travel
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Maintain automobile insurance coverage
• Have access to an automobile

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 re-education, 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 in-service Education Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree