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Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

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Key Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy treatments as delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist. Assist patients in improving mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.

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Do you love helping others live their best life possible? Are you passionate about promoting quality of life by providing world-class care?

Boost Home Healthcare makes it easier for patients to focus on recovery and wellness by personalizing and coordinating care. As a member of our team, you'll play a key role in providing quality home healthcare, where patients are able to remain independent in their place of residence in the healthiest and happiest state of being possible.

A Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA provides physical therapy services to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. Services are provided under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and in accordance with physician orders, the established plan of care, and applicable state and federal regulations.

Why join our team:

Treated with respect and dignity
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Supported in the field
Flexible scheduling

What you'll be doing:

Provide physical therapy treatments as delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist.
Assist patients in improving mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
Implement therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer training, balance activities, and other interventions outlined in the plan of care.
Observe, document, and report patient responses and progress to the supervising Physical Therapist.
Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and safety techniques as directed by the Physical Therapist.
Participate with all other home healthcare personnel in patient care planning and interdisciplinary communication.
Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies and Medicare guidelines.

What we're looking for:

A passion to serve and help others live their best lives possible.
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the state in which practicing.
Current CPR certification.
Two (2) years of experience preferred in a home health setting.
Knowledgeable and experienced with Medicare home health documentation requirements.
Excellent communication, organization, and patient education skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team.