Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant - Home Health - Full Time First Shift

Job Description

The Home Health Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) provides direct patient care in the patient's home environment as part of a multidisciplinary team including nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech, social work, and home health techs. The PTA will provide direct, one-on-one patient care in accordance with the plan of care designed by the supervising therapist. The home health agency relies heavily on technology; email is a primary means of communication, and the PTA will use a laptop to complete documentation in an electronic record.

Qualifications

• Associates degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant is required.
• Minimum 5 years clinical experience (10,400 hours).
• Virginia licensure or eligibility is required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required.
• BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider' (HCP) - AHA approved is required.
• New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.

Benefits

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retail Savings Match
• An Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
• Discounts to on-campus dining