Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for Home Health

FeldCare Connects • McFarland, CA

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About The Position

FeldCare Connects is seeking a self-motivated Physical Therapy Assistant to provide home health care to adults of all ages in the McFarland area. The role focuses on patient needs related to mobility, pain reduction, restoration of function, and disability prevention. Following the assessment and evaluation performed by a Physical Therapist, the assistant carries out the treatment plan, provides interventions to improve the patient's well-being, and evaluates progress.

FeldCare Connects connects partner agencies with therapists and provides software and administrative resources to support effective patient care. The company emphasizes quality professional therapy services, patient outcomes, ethics, and integrity. This position is for an independent contractor and offers flexibility to set a schedule and choose a preferred service area, along with administrative support.

Requirements

• Ability and enthusiasm to work with people of all ages.
• Physical Therapy Assistant license and state registration.
• Completion of a Physical Therapy Assistant curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association, or the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

• Provide services permitted by state laws governing Physical Therapy Assistants, in accordance with the plan of care and in coordination with other healthcare team members.
• Help patients use therapeutic, creative, and self-care activities to improve functioning and safety.
• Observe, record, and report patients' responses to treatment and changes in their conditions.
• Instruct patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare team members in therapy activities in which they can participate to assist the patient.
• Follow the treatment plan based on the assessment and evaluation performed by the Physical Therapist.
• Perform interventions aimed at improving and enhancing patient well-being and evaluate patient progress.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling: make your own schedule and work in the area of your preference.
• Independence: be your own boss, earn above-average compensation, and write off expenses.
• Administrative support for assigning, communication, scheduling, care coordination, and quality assurance.
• Purpose: join a group that shares your passion for helping people.

What This Job Offers

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