Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Home Health

Job Purpose

Provide physical therapy treatments to PruittHealth Home Health patients in their place of residence under the supervision/direction of a physical therapist.

Key Responsibilities

• Aid in the development and implementation of the plan of care within goals defined by the physician, patient/patient family and interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain continuity of care by collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and attending physician to develop, integrate, and manage the patient care plan of care.
• Demonstrate intermediate knowledge of home care and competency in discipline for specific patient care skills, required for the provision of care.
• Maintain agency productivity standards and utilize time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Complete documentation timely, accurately, and at the point of care, according to industry standards.
• Assist the physical therapist in assessing the physical disability and level of function of patients.
• Maintain current license, certification, and clinical records to meet federal, state and agency regulations and guidelines.
• Participate in center/agency surveys (Licensure / JCAHO), and any subsequently required reports.
• Accepts responsibility to report any alleged or suspected violations to supervisor and/or others until the issue is resolved.
• Ability to be self-directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.

Licensure, Certification And Education Requirements

• Must have a valid and unrestricted professional license in state of practice.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• If foreign-trained, the program must be deemed substantially equivalent to a Physical Therapist Assistant entry level education in the U.S. by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the APTA.
• Current CPR certification.

Required Skills And Experience

• Minimum of 2 years' therapy experience.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Prior Home Health experience is preferable.