Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Lucasville
About The Position
Avid Health is hiring a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes. The PTA works under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and follows physician orders, the established plan of care, agency policies, and applicable state and federal regulations. The role helps patients improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence while promoting safety and quality of life. This is an as-needed position with no guaranteed hours. Assignments depend on patient census and agency staffing needs, and the PTA is expected to communicate availability and remain flexible. The PTA practices only within the limits permitted by applicable law, regulations, and agency policies. The PTA does not conduct initial evaluations, establish or modify plans of care, or complete discharge assessments unless permitted by applicable law and regulation.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of practice.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining regular communication with the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Ability to lift, transfer, and assist patients as needed, up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, and perform physical activities required to provide patient care.
- Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and transport therapy equipment as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of one year of clinical experience preferred.
- Home health experience preferred.
- Knowledge of Medicare home health regulations and documentation requirements preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled physical therapy treatments as outlined in the Physical Therapist's plan of care.
- Implement therapeutic exercises, gait and transfer training, balance activities, endurance training, and functional mobility interventions.
- Monitor patient responses to treatment and promptly report changes in condition or progress to the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Reinforce patient and caregiver education about home exercise programs, safety techniques, assistive devices, and fall prevention.
- Help patients maximize functional independence and achieve established rehabilitation goals.
- Observe and document patient progress, treatment interventions, and responses in accordance with agency policies, Medicare guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
- Communicate with the supervising Physical Therapist about patient status, treatment effectiveness, and recommendations for plan-of-care modifications.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences as requested.
- Complete required documentation accurately and within established timeframes.
- Comply with Medicare Conditions of Participation, HIPAA regulations, infection control standards, and agency policies.
- Maintain professional standards of practice and continuing competency.
- Accept PRN patient assignments based on agency staffing needs and availability.
- Travel independently to patients' homes throughout the assigned service area.
- Safely operate a motor vehicle and transport therapy equipment as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive experience-based pay
- Weekly pay; daily pay accessible through TapCheck
- Flexible schedules
- Shift differential
- Paid time off for part-time and full-time employees
- Holiday pay
- Employee referral bonus
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid online learning and in-person training
- Medical insurance with company contribution for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours
- Dental insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours
- Vision insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours
- Life and AD&D insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours
- Short- and long-term disability insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
Associate degree
