Physical Therapist Assistant (Coeur d'Alene)

Primary Responsibilities

• Follows all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care.
• Performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being.
• Follows the established plan of care as defined by the supervising PT.
• Trains patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, and safety.
• Trains patients and caregivers in prosthetic training.
• Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, nurse supervisor, and/or 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 patients, family, caregiver, and other members of the healthcare 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 Idaho.
• CPR certification.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility.

Pay Range

Annual total cash target pay: $28.56 - $63.06 per visit point
Hourly rate: $23.8 - $52.55

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package.
• Recognition programs.
• Equity stock purchase.
• 401k contribution.