Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant

About the Role

The Physical Therapy Assistant provides physical therapy services to clients in their home in accordance with the Plan of Care, Company policies and procedures, and under the direction and supervision of the licensed Physical Therapist. This position reports directly to the Clinical Supervisor and requires travel to clients' homes for 1:1 care sessions lasting 1-3 hours per client.

This position reports to the St. Cloud, MN office and provides services in Pierz, Little Falls, Rice, Royalton, Fort Ripley, Hillman, Randall, and surrounding cities.

Responsibilities

• Provides treatments and exercises to restore and/or maintain function under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Carries out home exercise programs developed by the licensed Physical Therapist.
• Demonstrates therapy programs for Home Health Aides, family members, or other responsible persons who may assist the client with their home physical therapy program as directed by the licensed Physical Therapist.
• Reinforces teaching of home therapy programs to clients, families, and caregivers as directed by the licensed Physical Therapist.
• Maintains appropriate documentation for the clinical record as required by Company policy and procedure.
• Confers with the licensed Physical Therapist regarding client's progress and Plan of Care changes.
• Participates in case conferences and/or in-service education, as requested.
• Maintains positive and effective communication with all staff and others. Participates in the team concept.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, families, and employees.

Physical Therapy Assistants cannot perform the following activities: evaluation, treatment planning or establishing plans of care, change of treatment, supervision.

Physical/Environmental Demands

• Heavy to very heavy physical demands, including lifting clients, bending, stooping, stretching, and assisting with equipment.
• Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and community settings.
• Must be able to drive or use public transportation in all types of weather.
• Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a two-year PTA college program leading to an associate degree, approved by the American Therapy Association.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Minnesota.
• At least two years of experience in a healthcare setting or equivalent experience; home care experience preferred.
• Good interpersonal communication and teaching skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Proof of negative mantoux or documentation of negative chest x-ray.
• Current CPR certification recommended.
• U.S. Citizenship or evidence of valid Alien Work Permit.
• Disclosure of any conviction and criminal history records pertaining to crimes related to the provision of health services or the occupation of personal care assistant (candidates with such convictions will not be hired).
• Negative Criminal Background Study from the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

Schedule

This is a full-time or part-time position offering a flexible schedule during office hours, Monday through Friday.

Benefits

• Paid travel and mileage reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off.
• Recognition Program.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Mobile provider discounts.
• Medical, vision, life, and pet insurance (based on full-time eligibility).
• 401k with 100% vesting.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid holidays.

Pay

The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $62,000 - $77,000 per year. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location.