PTA Physical Therapy Assistant for Home Health

FeldCare Connects • Moreno Valley, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

FeldCare Connects is seeking a self-motivated Physical Therapy Assistant to provide home healthcare to patients of all ages in the Moreno Valley area. This position is for an independent contractor in an app-based network connecting therapists with partner home health agencies.

The Physical Therapy Assistant addresses patient needs related to movement, pain reduction, restoration of function, and prevention of disability. Following the assessment and evaluation performed by a Physical Therapist, the assistant carries out the treatment plan, provides interventions to improve patient well-being, and evaluates patient progress. Services are delivered in accordance with applicable state laws, the plan of care, and coordination with other members of the healthcare team.

FeldCare Connects describes its network as offering scheduling flexibility, clinician independence, administrative support, and a shared focus on helping people. Administrative support includes assignment, communication, scheduling, care coordination, and quality assurance.

Requirements

• Hold a Physical Therapy Assistant license and registration issued by the state.
• Complete 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.
• Ability and enthusiasm to work with patients of all ages.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

• Provide services within the scope of state laws governing Physical Therapy Assistants, following the plan of care and coordinating 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 they can use to assist the patient.
• Carry out the treatment plan based on the Physical Therapist’s assessment and evaluation, provide interventions, and evaluate patient progress.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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