Physical Therapy Assistant

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.Agency:
Summa Health at Home and Hospice

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8a-5pm, No On-Call and No Weekends Territory:
Randolph, Alliance, Brewster, Greentown, Hartville, Louisville, Massillon, Navarre, Canton, East Canton, North Canton,, Burbank, Clinton, Creston, Doylestown, Rittman, Sterling, West Salem, Apple Creek, Canal Fulton, Dalton/Lebanon, Fredericksburg, Kidron, Marshallville, Mount Eaton, North Lawrence, Orville, Shreve, Smithville, WoosterSUMMARYThe Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides comprehensive skilled services under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant educates patients and their family members and ensures safety of the patient.

The PTA is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations. The Company adopts the physical therapy scope of practice as outlined by the state for its licensed PTA personnel.

WHAT WE OFFERWe make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. We've launched a new guaranteed base hourly rate plus a generous uncapped bonus structure which is designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our clinicians make every day.

We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions.

Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you. Eligible teammates will also receive:

Paid time off Opportunity to participate in a 401(k)
Company-paid life insurance

Access to a robust Employee Assistance Program QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES Physical Therapist Assistant with a current license in the state of employment

Minimum of one year of experience as a PTA in an acute setting is required

Home care experience is desired

Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians, and co-workers

Knowledgeable on therapy best practices

Ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments

Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution

Detail-oriented and observant

Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely

Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITYProvides skilled services in a patient’s home as developed by the Physical Therapist plan of care Observes, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress

Performs physical therapy procedures and diagnostic tests on patients for whom they have been medically prescribed

Treats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means such as exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.

Assesses functional problems and provides intervention and, in conjunction with the Physical Therapist, works toward goals to improve patient functional status

Communicates effectively with physician, therapist, and coworkers

Participates in case conferencing promoting coordination of care Recommends prosthetic/orthotic devices for patients or evaluates their device and makes minor adjustments or recommends modification

Educates staff in carrying out specific physical therapy modalities when appropriate

Educates patient and family on therapy techniques involved, safety measures, and supportive activities

Instructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices

Listens to patient and family members

Fosters independence in patients and their families to prevent dependence on the agency

Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines

Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education

Completes…