Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant - Full time or Per Diem

Job Title/Position: Physical Therapy Assistant

Reports To: Clinical Manager

Overview

Together we Thrive! Our team at Comfort and Thrive Home Health holds the firm belief that a healthy and diverse environment helps our staff to build a strong foundation for the care of our patients. We seek respectful, compassionate and patient employees who are ready to be a part of a company that offers extraordinary opportunities to experience an exciting and rewarding career with room to grow.

We are actively seeking a Physical Therapist Assitant to join our Comfort and Thrive Home Health amazing team. We provide iPhone and iPad to kick start your new career!

Job Description Summary

The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's (or other authorized licensed independent practitioner’s) plan of care.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

1. Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's (or other authorized licensed independent practitioner’s) plan of care.

2. Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.

3. Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.

4. Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.

5. Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.

6. Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.

7. Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.

8. Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

1. Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.

2. Current certification or license as required by state law.

3. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

4. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road