What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN position at James River Home Health & Hospice?
Join James River Home Health, where your skills and compassion directly impact patients' lives. We’re seeking a dedicated Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant to provide personalized, one-on-one care in the comfort of patients’ homes. As part of our collaborative team, you’ll help restore mobility, independence, and quality of life—one patient at a time.
- Schedule: Flexible schedule on a PRN basis
- Areas of Coverage: Woodbridge, Manassas, Stafford, Warrenton
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive Pay Per Visit Rate
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Company Paid Tablet
- Flexible Schedules
- We pay for CPR Recertification
A brief overview of Responsibilities:
- Provide direct physical therapy according to directions of a Physical Therapist and by 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."
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