Physical Therapy Assistant

Alternate Solutions Health Network • Cleveland, OH

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides comprehensive skilled services under the direction of a Physical Therapist. This role includes educating patients and their families while ensuring patient safety. The PTA is responsible for accurate documentation and compliance with all legal rules and regulations. The company follows the physical therapy scope of practice as defined by the state for licensed PTA personnel.

Requirements

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of employment
• Minimum 1 year of PTA experience in an acute care setting (required)
• Strong communication skills with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers
• Knowledge of therapy best practices
• Ability to make sound clinical judgments
• Problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented mindset
• Detail-oriented and observant
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance (listed driver)
• Must meet all physical job requirements
• Provide proof of negative TB test (or complete testing at orientation)
• Annual TB testing required thereafter
• Must be free of conditions limiting ability to perform essential duties

Nice To Haves

• Home care experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled services in patients’ homes per Physical Therapist plan of care
• Perform prescribed therapy procedures and diagnostic tests
• Treat patients to relieve pain and restore function using physical methods (exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.)
• Assess functional limitations and support progress toward goals
• Recommend or adjust prosthetic/orthotic devices
• Observe, record, and report patient reactions, changes, and progress
• Communicate effectively with physicians, therapists, and care team
• Participate in case conferences to coordinate care
• Educate patients and families on therapy techniques and safety
• Instruct on use of assistive devices (wheelchairs, walkers, braces, etc.)
• Support patient independence and reduce reliance on care services
• Complete all clinical documentation per agency and Medicare/Federal guidelines
• Document treatments, assessments, and patient education
• Participate in chart audits as requested
• Communicate scheduling changes promptly
• Attend trainings, meetings, and required in-services
• Assist with onboarding and training of new staff
• Travel to patient locations as scheduled
• Maintain consistent attendance at assigned visits
• Complete documentation within required timeframes: 24 hours for routine visits, 48 hours for start-of-care visits
• Follow plan of care within PTA scope of practice
• Manage all aspects of visit-related responsibilities, including: Preparation, Travel, Documentation, Communication with care team

Benefits

• Guaranteed base hourly rate
• Generous uncapped bonus structure
• Mileage reimbursement
• Additional bonus opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Full team support (scheduling, patient admissions, etc.)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (customizable)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) participation
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed