Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), Immediate opening/ Berks County & surrounding areas

About the role

Experience a therapy career that caters to your schedule and makes every day an adventure. As a Home Health PTA, work-life balance is yours to enjoy and no two days are ever alike. You’ll get to know your patients personally and have a full view of the environment and obstacles they are navigating. Since 1966, Interim HealthCare® has been a trusted provider of home health therapy and an employer of choice to PTAs nationwide. We are committed to helping patients regain their strength to live their best lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based physical therapy to patients who have lost mobility, strength and functionality due to an illness or injury
• Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, OT, PT and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and goals
• Assist patient with exercises and hands-on therapy to manage pain and increase mobility
• Educate patients on their plan of care, established goals, exercises and self-care
• Coach family on the plan of care, therapy goals and safely assisting with exercises

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program and active PTA license in PA
• Minimum of 1 year of physical therapy assistant experience, ideally in home healthcare
• CPR certification
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
• Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, dexterity and compassion
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening

Benefits

• Clinician-friendly EMR
• Mileage reimbursement
• Family-oriented culture that values and appreciates therapists
• Nationwide network of PTs and PTAs making a significant impact through personalized, home-based therapy
• Founded in 1966 — the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health PTAs
• Operating through 300+ offices

Schedule

Per-diem with potential to transition to part-time or full-time.