Description
Responsibilities
As a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant, you will:
- Administer the physical therapy treatment plan as developed by the Physical Therapist.
- Administer non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, traction heat, light, cold, water, and electrical modalities to patients.
- Accurately documents daily, weekly, or monthly records of clients’. Submits clinical paperwork to the office on time each week.
- Attend educational meetings and coordinates and contributes to department in-services.
- Notify physical therapist or Executive Director of any equipment failures, lack of supplies, staff or client changes, and any other departmental
- Schedule clients and performs varied office tasks.
- Apply concepts of infection control and universal precautions in performing patient care activities.
- Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
- Promote compliance with all fiscal intermediaries and/or other third-party payors, through education, coaching, and other assistance as necessary.
Required Experience/Skills:
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association.
- Current state license to practice Physical Therapy.
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
- Proof of current CPR certification.
- Minimum two years experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant,
- Comprehensive knowledge of the physical, emotional, social, and biological changes that occur in the geriatric population.
- Self-directed, enthusiastic, and accepts constructive feedback.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
- Communicates and demonstrates a professional image/attitude for patients, families, clients, coworkers, and others.
- Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of Kindred at Home and licensing board. Maintains clinical competency in Physical Therapy practice and theory.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.
- Able to maintain confidentiality.
- Maintains current licensure certifications and meets mandatory continuing education requirements.
- Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
- Must have good and regular attendance.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- This role requires full COVID-19 vaccination.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40