Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Albuquerque/Rio Rancho Sign on Bonus

Harmony Home Health & Hospice

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
Benefits/Perks
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Careers Advancement
  • Sign On Bonus for Full time
Job SummaryHome health physical therapist assistants are central to the care team and to maximizing a patient’s functional potential. Clinicians working in home health are on the front lines of health care and often practice at the top of their license. If you are interested in a changing work environment, seeing patients with a variety of diagnoses, and flexibility in your schedule, home health just may be your best choice!Responsibilities
  • Provide physician-prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT
  • Provide evidence-based direct intervention with patients in their place of residence
  • Communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse patient population and co-workers
  • Work under the supervision of a PT:
  • Promptly communicating any patient concerns or changes in status
  • Consulting with PT with regard to suggested changes in treatment
  • Participating in patient and family education as delegated by the PT
  • Submit required documentation in a timely manner
Qualifications
  • Active State Physical Therapist Assistant License
  • Current CPR with BLS card
  • Valid driver’s license, at least state minimum auto insurance, and an operational vehicle
  • Possess or obtain a good understanding of Federal, State, and local laws and regulatory guidelines governing home health operations
  • Great organization skills and an ability to work without direct supervision
  • Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations
  • Computer/Technology literacy and experience documenting on an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
Physical Requirements
  • Duties require extensive standing, walking, and sitting
  • Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or assistance with transferring patients
  • Requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee in this job. The employee may be asked to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Harmony Home Health & Hospice