Full job description Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), Avon, West Hartford and Farmington area Are you a superstar Physical Therapist Assistant and are looking to join an agency that values your work experience and work life balance? We would love to hear from you!
Masters in Home Care is a multiple year winner of the Hartford Courant and Hearst Media Top Workplaces of Connecticut .
If you are passionate about providing one-on-one patient care, and working for a dynamic home health care agency, call us today or email us at ! We offer competitive wages in a professional and supportive environment. This position will provide coverage in both homes and facilities as assigned. Our offices are located in Rocky Hill and North Haven.
Under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant administers complex active and passive therapeutic exercise. Motivates and assists patients/caregivers/family in learning and improving mobility.
What you will be doing: 1. After an initial visit has been made by the registered physical therapist or occupational therapist for evaluation of the patient and establishment of a patient care plan, the therapy assistant may provide ongoing therapy services in accordance with the established plan.
2. The therapy assistant, with prior approval of the registered physical therapist or occupational therapist, may adjust a specific treatment regime in accordance with changes in the patient's status.
3. Prioritizes, plans treatment and travel times to provide for maximum efficiency, yet meet the needs of the patients.
4. Follows the Plan of Care and performs therapeutic interventions as directed by the Physical Therapist.
5. Completes and submits required documentation within established agency guidelines.
6. Monitors visit frequency and duration by reviewing physician's' orders and comparing to the Plan of Care and documentation.
What you will bring: 1. Successful completion of an education program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
2. Minimum of One year experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
3. Successful completion of a Competency and Proficiency Test and Skills evaluation appropriate for the position upon hire.
4. Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of Connecticut.
5. Prior home care experience preferred.
6. Your own reliable transportation.
Take a look at some of the many excellent benefits enjoyed by our team members: Choice of 2 medical and dental plans, vision insurance, life and disability insurance plans and a 401k with matching contributions Paid time off that rolls over year to year Floating Holidays Work-life balance: full-time, part-time, and per-diem opportunities and flexible schedules are available Employee Referral Program Masters In Home Care works on a clinical point of care system which provides real time access to patient data remotely in the field from a tablet computer. Our therapists demonstrate timely and accurate computer documentation of patient/job information to facilitate the development of the OASIS data set, orders for service, creation of time sheets and other required patient/employment documents and reports.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $33.00 - $39.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Medical specialties:
Home Health Schedule:
8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday No nights License/Certification:
CPR Certification (Required) Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required) Driver's License (Required) Work Location: On the road
