Physical Therapist Assistant- Home Health, Per Diem

United States·White River Junctionmid

Physical Therapist AssistantHealthcare Clinical

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Key Responsibilities

Provide treatment to patients as prescribed by physician and after initial and periodic evaluation of patient’s physical therapy and rehabilitation needs have been established by a RPT.

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Physical Therapist AssistantHealthcare Clinical

Per diem, Days

What We Offer

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✓You really get to know your patients and become an integral part of their care team.

✓You are provided broad independence but are also part of a cohesive patient-care team.

✓You get to be an important part of the community where you live.

✓You have a work/life balance that can match the flexibility you need.

✓Relocation Assistance Available (conditions apply)

✓Relocation assistance

✓Employee Referral Bonuses

✓Clinical CEUs

✓Online LinkedIn Learning

Upper Valley (Surrounding Area)

Responsibilities

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Provide treatment to patients as prescribed by physician and after initial and periodic evaluation of patient’s physical therapy and rehabilitation needs have been established by a RPT. When PTA is going to be following a new patient, the RPT will make the initial evaluation visit and assign care to the PTA as appropriate.
Treat patients within plan of care developed with RPT to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means, such as exercise, massage, heat, water, light and electricity.
Direct and aid patients in active and passive exercises, muscle re-education, gait and functional training, activities of daily living including transfer activities and prosthetic training.
Make use of equipment such as ultra-violet and infrared lamps, low voltage generation, diathermy and ultrasonic machines.
Observe, record, and reports to the RPT the patient’s reaction to treatment and change in patient’s condition.
Teach the patient and caregivers self-care techniques and activities as appropriate.
Arrange with health agency for use of equipment that is available to patients.
Complete and submit accurate and relevant clinical notes and required documentation in a timely manner in accordance with expected agency standards.

Requirements

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Must be a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in Vermont and New Hampshire or hold a compact license.
Graduate of an accredited school as a Physical Therapy Assistant

One year of experience as a PTA in a home health care setting is preferred

Must hold at least one active unencumbered PTA license in either VT or NH at the time of hire. Employees must have active unencumbered PTA licenses in both VT and NH within 30 days of their hire date.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Current car insurance, which meets minimum standards
BLS within 90 days of hire

Salary ranges within each pay grade are based on qualifications, skills, experience, equity in comparison to similar positions, and external market values.