Physical Therapist Assistant

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We are hiring for a Physical Therapy Assistant. Rate averages $45.00 + per visit. Mileage reimbursement & great benefits! At Nurse On Call, part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. As a Physical Therapy Assistant, expect the ability to build in-person trusted therapist‑patient relationships, continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities, flexible scheduling and autonomy, and career growth possibilities.

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well‑being while following the established plan of care.

• Follow all state‑specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, perform only those procedures that the assistant is qualified and trained to do, and make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• 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, nurse supervisor, and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition and coordinate care with other healthcare team members 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.

• Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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