Physical Therapy Assistant- Home Health 

Are you a physical therapy assistant committed to providing quality patient care? James River Home Health is growing and needs YOU! We are actively seeking a compassionate and highly committed Physical Therapy Assistant to join our growing team in the Richmond area on a PRN Basis! You will be responsible for providing exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient’s well-being while following the established plan of care on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. You will also coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure an optimal care experience for the patient!

What’s in it for you?

Flexible Schedules

Competitive PPV Rates 

Mileage Reimbursement

A brief overview of Responsibilities:

Provide direct physical therapy according to directions of a physical therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care

Direct and aid patient in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities, and prosthetic training

Utilize physical agents, including heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound, and massage

Instruct in use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices

Observe and report to the physical therapist the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in condition

Ensure compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements

Additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

Must be a graduate of a Physical Therapy assistant school
Must be licensed or registered in Virginia.
One year of home health experience PLUS!
Must have current CPR Certification

If you are interested and are a caring, compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant who can make a difference in the lives of our patients, then we would be interested in meeting you!!

"James River is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status."