Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health

BAYADA Home Health Care • Hilo, HI

22h • $50 - $55

About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our Big Island Visits team. PTA’s assist clients in attaining or maintaining optimal physical wellbeing by providing treatment, tests, client education, and appropriate interventions as outlined by a licensed Physical Therapist. We believe our clients and their families deserve the highest quality home health care delivered with compassion, excellence, and reliability. Delivering this care is our highest priority and greatest joy. We want you to join us!

Requirements

• Physical Therapist Assistant License required in the state of Hawaii
• Have graduated from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, OR
• Have two years of appropriate experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant and a satisfactory grade on a proficiency exam
• Solid computer skills; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in attaining or maintaining optimal physical wellbeing by providing treatment, tests, client education and appropriate interventions as delegated by a licensed Physical Therapist
• Implement appropriate individualized care plans, including therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, and other interventions
• Educate and instruct clients, family members, and other client representatives, in rehabilitative care and activities necessary to promote the client's health, safety, and independent living
• Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertaining to client care management, utilizing a state-of-the-art touch pad tablet

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, FSA and HSA options
• Recognition & Rewards: Recognition and Therapy Hero programs; referral bonuses
• Paid Time Off: PTO (paid time off) and paid holidays
• Reimbursements: Mileage reimbursement or schedule-specific benefits
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance
• Wellness: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

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