What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at A Pineywoods Home Health Care Inc?
A Pineywoods is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant!
A Pineywoods Home Health is family owned and operated, proudly serving East Texas for over 25 years. Every employee is a valued member of our team, working together to deliver exceptional care to our patients. We are committed to supporting our staff and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
About Us:
For over 30 years, the Pineywoods family of healthcare companies has provided quality care to patients across East Texas. We’ve built our reputation by investing in compassionate healthcare professionals who are dedicated to serving their communities. Founded in 1992 by Dr. Neal Naranjo, A Pineywoods Home Health Care began with a mission to provide reliable, high-quality care to local families. Today, we continue that mission by combining experienced staff, strong leadership, and modern resources to deliver exceptional care.
Our Purpose: Deliver care beyond compare by providing high-quality service to our patients, families, and healthcare partners.
Job Summary: Provides coordinated Physical Therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. Participates in the coordination of care.
Job Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapist with an associate level degree in Physical Therapist Assistant.
Licensure: Active, State license as a physical therapist assistant, or a multi-sate license issued by Physical The Licensure Compact (PTLC) member stare, or if licensure do not apply, meets one of the requirements listed in 42 CFR 484.115(i)
Experience: One year of Experience as a physical therapist assistant, preferred.
Skills: Therapy skills as set forth in the therapy practice Ace and other regulatory agencies. Good interpersonal skills. Proof of current CPR certification.
Environmental and Working conditions: Works in a healthcare facility or patient homes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases; ability to work a flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather,
Physical and Mental Effort: Ability to do heavy lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, and standing. Prolonged standing and walking required. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs, and to meet patient and family individualized psychosocial needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and Manual dexterity.
About A Pineywoods Home Health Care Inc
For over 30 years, the Pineywoods family of healthcare companies built its reputation on delivering care to tens of thousands of elderly patients across East Texas. We have grown by investing in thousands of healthcare professionals — skilled nurses, therapists, social workers, and personal attendants — who show up every day to serve those who need it most. In recent years, the Naranjo family deepened our commitment to our employees and our community by bringing in the next generation of technology, leadership, and healthcare resources. We are committed to being the best family of post-acute healthcare organizations for our patients, delivering the highest quality of care, and serving as the employer of choice for the dedicated professionals who make that care possible.