Physical Therapy Assistant

Weatherford, Texas

Beyond Faith Homecare
Beyond Faith Homecare
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We are looking for a reliable and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for home health to join our team.

Why Beyond Faith Home Care?

Join our team at Beyond Faith Homecare be a part of a company that strives to provide the best care for our patients while building a team of dedicated employees. If you want a company that appreciates your skills, compassion, and heart, then Beyond Faith Home Care is the place for you. We take pride in not only providing excellent care to our patients but also creating a positive team environment with employee support.

We provide

Competitive Pay

Team Events

Recruitment Incentive Program

Continuing Education Training

Employee Recognition Programs

Performance Incentives

Family Team Environment

Job Summary:

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) treats the patient with a specific treatment program designed by the physical therapist, under the guidance of the physical therapist and physician. The PTA is also responsible for coordinating any changes in the patient's condition to the physical therapist, working toward maximizing the patients functional level.

Job Responsibilities:

Promote /exemplify Company mission, vision and values at all times.

Treat the patient in accordance with a specific program designed by the Physical Therapist and coordinates this with other team members.

Provide education and training to patients and family regarding the therapy plan, home exercise program, home safety, and diagnosis/illness.

Take measurements related to patients' condition; reports and coordinates these and any other changes to the supervising physical therapist.

Maintain a level of professionalism consistent with the code of ethics of the APTA and HHP and reports any unethical situations to the PT Board or appropriate personnel.

Provide specific documentation of patient treatment and progress to the physical therapist and Agency.

Participate in face to face patient conferences with the Physical Therapist as required by state regulations.

Participate in mandatory case conferences.

Complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner to assure compliance with company policy.

Demonstrate commitment and professional growth by participating in in-service programs and maintaining/improving competency.

Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the Agency/licensing board.

Experience:
Two (2) years' experience as a PTA in a clinical care setting.
Preferred, Home health experience.

Home Health PTA Requirements:

Current State professional license as a PTA in any/all applicable states

Current CPR

A valid driver's license and reliable transportation, insurance required.

PTA skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.

Excellent observational and problem-solving and report writing skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.

Education:

Associate degree from an APTA accredited school of physical therapist assistants.

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Experience:
Home health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road
Date Posted: 17 May 2024
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