Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA - Home Health -FT

Lifecare Home Health Family•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) treats patients using a specific treatment program designed by a physical therapist, under the guidance of the physical therapist and physician. The PTA coordinates changes in a patient’s condition with the physical therapist and works toward maximizing the patient’s functional level. The role serves patients in their homes and requires appropriate interaction with patients across populations. The PTA provides therapy, education, training, measurements, and documentation in coordination with the physical therapist and other team members. The role includes participation in patient conferences, case conferences, in-service programs, and continuing education, while maintaining professional standards and required licensure and CPR certification.

Requirements

One year of experience as a PT in a clinical care setting.
Therapy skills consistent with generally accepted standards of practice.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
Proven decision-making skills.
Must read, write, and comprehend English.
Associate degree from an APTA-accredited school of physical therapist assistants.
Current driver’s license in good standing.
Reliable transportation and auto liability insurance.
Current state professional license as a PTA in all applicable states.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to lift or transfer up to 50 lbs.
Ability to meet deadlines and patient needs, make quick decisions, and allocate resources under stressful conditions.
Ability to meet patients’ and families’ individualized psychosocial needs.
Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Ability to travel locally and work a flexible schedule.

Nice To Haves

Home health experience.

Responsibilities

Treat patients according to programs designed by the Physical Therapist and coordinate care with other team members.
Educate and train patients and families on the therapy plan, home exercise program, home safety, and diagnosis or illness.
Take measurements related to patients’ conditions and report and coordinate measurements and other changes with the supervising physical therapist.
Maintain professionalism consistent with the APTA and HHP codes of ethics and report unethical situations to the PT Board or appropriate personnel.
Provide the physical therapist and Agency with specific documentation of patient treatment and progress.
Participate in face-to-face patient conferences with the Physical Therapist as required by state regulations.
Participate in mandatory case conferences.
Complete documentation promptly to comply with company policy.
Participate in in-service programs and maintain or improve competency.
Meet the Agency’s and licensing board’s mandatory continuing education requirements.
Maintain a valid PTA license in the state of practice and a valid CPR certificate.
Renew the driver’s license before expiration to continue employment.