PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA)

Physical Therapist Assistant
ACSA is hiring for a Physical Therapist Assistant position. ACSA is a medical and non-medical Home Health Care Agency. We provide professional medical services in the home of our patients. ACSA medical team is supportive, compassionate, and attentive. Our patients receive skilled medical care as needed on a weekly basis according to frequency and discipline.
Physical Therapist Assistant Job Responsibilities:
Promote and maintain physical health by providing physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist
Contributes to a physical therapist’s effectiveness by identifying patient care needs
Collaborates with ACSA medical team to develop and administer treatment plans for patients
Documents patient care services using Axxess software
Performs therapeutic procedures by using manual exercises
Helps patients in using supportive devices to gain maximum independence
Follows Agency policies and procedures
Updates job knowledge by participating in company educational assignments
Participates in company meetings for comprehensive care
Makes recommendations for optimal patient care
Work Environment:
PTAs will visit patients in their home to provide services
Bending, stooping, climbing stairs as needed
Assisting patients with ambulation and mobility as needed
Driving to patients home for scheduled visits
Complete documentation for all assigned visits
PTAs have the flexibility to create their own schedule
Physical Therapist Assistant Qualifications:
Physiological knowledge and education
Health promotion and maintenance
Create a safe, effective environment within the patient's home
Organization skills
Physical therapy administration
Documentation skills
Listening and verbal communication
Education and Requirements:
Associate degree for Physical Therapist Assistant
PTA license or certification
Knowledge of Home Health Care environment
Must have an active drivers license
Must have a reliable vehicle
Please note that this is a 100% per diem position. Entry-level experience welcomed.

Employment type
Contractor

Work arrangement
No