Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health Visits

BAYADA Home Health Care • Bethesda, MD

18d • Onsite

About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a per-diem position providing home health visits through its Montgomery County, Maryland Visits office. The office serves adult and geriatric patients throughout Montgomery County, with Bethesda as an area of concentration. The candidate must be willing to travel in this area.

The PTA helps clients attain or maintain optimal physical well-being by providing treatment, tests, client education, and appropriate interventions as delegated by a licensed Physical Therapist. The role may include other activities as requested.

Requirements

• Current Maryland licensure or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Graduation from a two-year college-level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, as indicated by a transcript or diploma; alternatively, for initial qualification before December 31, 1977, one year of appropriate PTA experience and a satisfactory proficiency exam conducted, approved, or sponsored by the U.S. Public Health Service.
• At least one year of work experience under the supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist.
• Willingness to travel in the Montgomery County, Maryland service area.

Responsibilities

• Provide home health visits to adult and geriatric patients throughout Montgomery County, Maryland.
• Provide treatment, tests, client education, and appropriate interventions as delegated by a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Perform other activities as requested.
• Travel within the service area, including the Bethesda area.

Benefits

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Vision, dental, and medical health plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Direct deposit.
• Employee assistance program.
• Personal protective equipment supplies and infection-prevention support.
• Training and scholarship opportunities.
• Career tracks and opportunities for career advancement.
• Recognition and rewards for compassion, excellence, and reliability.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree