Traditions Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our growing Home Health Team in Springfield, MO!

About Us: Since 2008, Traditions Health has been a leader in high-quality home health, hospice, and palliative care. We have grown from a single location to more than 130 locations across 18 states, allowing us to broaden our service area and reach more patients needing compassionate quality health care in the home. We measure our success by the superior quality of care we provide and the satisfaction of our patients and families. Our goal is to help patients have the best quality of life possible surrounded by the people they love. Our healthcare professionals are there when patients need us, providing the care they need in the place they want to be - home.

What Can Traditions Health Offer?

• Competitive Pay Benefits
• Referral Bonus Program
• Better Work/Life Balance
• High Quality Patient Care 1:1
• Flexible Schedule
• Career Growth Opportunities

Job Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy assistant with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Knowledge and Skills: Therapy skills as set forth in the Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies; Good interpersonal skills; Proof of Hepatitis profile
• Transportation: Reliable transportation; valid and current driver’s license; auto insurance

Essential Functions:

• Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the PT.
• Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills to participate in teaching the patient and family.
• Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
• Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements; participates in inservice programs
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.

Benefits and More: (Fulltime)

Traditions Health is highly invested in not only your overall health, but also your future. This is reflected in the benefits we provide and the opportunities we make available to our employees. Benefits for eligible employees include:

• Full range of health insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision (Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance)
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• PTO (that increases with your tenure)
• 401K Matching
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistant Program
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Continuing Education Opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Medical specialties:

• Home Health

Schedule:

• On call

Experience:

• Home Health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Springfield, MO: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road