What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA position at LHC Group?
Summary
We are hiring a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for the East Valley.
Responsibilities
The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.
- Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, is at all times responsible to follow all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the Physical Therapist; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in evidence based treatment within the scope of the physical therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing physical therapy assistants.
- Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.
- Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant.
Education and Experience
License Requirements
- Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of Arizona.
- Current CPR certification is required.
- Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle.
Additional State Requirements
- Must have 2,000 hours of experience under onsite supervision post certification prior to working in home health.
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