What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant position at Dedicated Home Health?
About Us:
Dedicated Home Health is an orthopedic, physician owned, home health agency affiliated with the Dedicated Orthopedic Center of East Texas in Lufkin and Livingston, Texas. Our agency was founded by our well-established and respected group of orthopedic surgeons for the purpose of serving our patient population with the best orthopedic care. Dedicated Home Health specializes in post-operative physical therapy that provides expert-level services specifically to orthopedic and musculoskeletal patients. Our therapists have direct communication with our surgeons for focused, up-to-date, specialized care for our patients.
Job Summary:
A Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Physical Therapist (PT). The PT will evaluate the PTA in the performance of provision of treatments, patient education, communication with the PT, and data collection regarding the patients status and health needs as delegated by the PT.
Qualifications / Licensure / Certification / Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
- Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing
- Two (2) years experience, home health preferred
- CPR certified
- Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
- Strong communication skills, both oral and in writing, with excellent interpersonal skills
- Must demonstrate good customer relations skills and a commitment to providing quality service
- Acceptance and ability to demonstrate support the core values and goals of Agency
- Must have a current valid drivers license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation
Educational Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED. Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
Works indoors patient homes and travels to/from patient homes. Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 150 pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations. Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55.00 - $75.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Required)
- Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lufkin, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $55 - $75