Physical Therapy Asst

About the role

As the Physical Therapist Assistant you will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care. You will follow all state-specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT, perform only those procedures you are qualified and trained to perform, and make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and aid patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training
• Observe, record, and report to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition
• Coordinate care with other members of the healthcare team as appropriate
• Instruct patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant
• Function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Qualifications

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

Pay

Annual total cash target pay: $52,417 – $78,625

Per visit point rate: $30.24 – $45.36

Hourly rate: $25.20 – $37.80

Annual total cash compensation assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity and generally follows the range above. Total cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role.

This role receives two types of compensation depending on the work being performed. When conducting visits, you will be paid per visit point rate compensation. Your per visit pay will be calculated by multiplying your per visit point rate by the productivity points you accrue for various types of visits. Each type of visit is assigned a certain number of productivity points that is inclusive of "direct" and "indirect" patient care activities. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs. The number of visits performed each week will vary based on individual productivity targets and the productivity points assigned to the visits performed. You will be paid your hourly rate for certain non-visit activities such as orientation. The company complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Benefits

In addition to pay, a comprehensive benefits package is offered, including recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).