Physical Therapist Assistant; PTA

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post‑acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Schedule:

Mon - Fri; 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Territory:
Middletown, West Alexandria, Camden, Somerville, New Lebanon and surrounding areas. Agency:
Kettering Home Care.

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides comprehensive skilled services under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The PTA educates patients and their families and ensures patient safety. The PTA is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remaining compliant with all legal rules and regulations. The company adopts the physical therapy scope of practice as outlined by the state for its licensed PTA personnel.

We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. We offer a guaranteed base hourly rate plus a generous uncapped bonus structure designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our clinicians make every day. We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions.

Our benefits package is competitive: medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) participation; company‑paid life insurance; and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.

• Physical Therapist Assistant with a current license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a PTA in an acute setting.
• Home care experience is desired.
• Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians, and co‑workers.
• Knowledgeable on therapy best practices.
• Ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments.
• Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.
• Detail‑oriented and observant.
• Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.

• Provides skilled services in a patient’s home as developed by the Physical Therapist plan of care.
• Observes, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress.
• Performs physical therapy procedures and diagnostic tests on patients for whom they have been medically prescribed.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means such as exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.
• Assesses functional problems and provides intervention and, in conjunction with the physical therapist, works toward goals to improve patient functional status.
• Communicates effectively with physician, therapist, and coworkers.
• Participates in case conferencing promoting coordination of care.
• Recommends prosthetic/orthotic devices for patients or evaluates their device and makes minor adjustments or recommends modification.
• Educates staff in carrying out specific physical therapy modalities when appropriate.
• Educates patient and family on therapy techniques involved, safety measures, and supportive activities.
• Instructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices.
• Listens to patient and family members.
• Fosters independence in patients and families to prevent dependence on the agency.
• Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education.
• Completes chart audits at agency location as requested.
• Communicates with scheduler any changes as needed.
• Participates in all on‑call requirements and case conferences.
• Attends in‑service trainings and mandatory agency meetings.
• Participates in orientation/training of new employees.
• Participates in case conferences as needed.

• Drives to patient’s primary location per scheduled visit.
• Daily attendance at assigned visit…