Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)

Primary Responsibilities

- Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist - Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training - Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate - Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant

Required Qualifications

- Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice - Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation - Available to work a weekend rotation

Preferred Qualifications

- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire - Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility