PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT - HOME HEALTH

Company: Adoration Home Health and Hospice
Location: Bristol
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

Our Company
Adoration Home Health and Hospice
Overview
Our Home Health Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) are the heart of our organization! In this role, you will support your patients by providing direct care and coordinating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure that both patients and their families have an optimal care experience. Take this chance to make a meaningful impact with your career today!
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Our comprehensive benefits include:

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• Competitive Pay
  
• Mileage reimbursement
  
• Medical benefits
  
• Paid time off
  
• 401(k) program
  
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• Vendor discounts
  Responsibilities
  
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  • Provide direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care
    
  • Direct and aid patient in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training
    
  • Utilize physical agents, including heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage
    
  • Instruct in use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices
    
  • Observe and report to the physical therapist the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in condition
    
  • Ensure compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements
    
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned
    Qualifications
    
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    • Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the CAPTE with current licensure to practice in state of operation
      
    • 1+ year PTA experience
      
    • Home health experience preferred
      
    • Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence
      About our Line of BusinessAdoration Home Health and Hospice provides quality and compassionate services in the comfort of home, providing support for patients, families and caregivers in their time of need. - Adoration was formed to fill the need for a loving, community-focused, caring organization. - We empower patients to live with dignity, find a sense of fulfillment, and celebrate with their families a life well-lived. - Our employees and caregivers are proud to be a part of the Adoration team and the mission of our company. - For more information about Adoration, please visit . - Follow us on Facebook -and -LinkedIn. Additional Job Information
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