Part-Time Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant - Tacoma, United States - Puget Sound Home Health

Description

Puget Sound Home Health & Hospice is a Medicare-certified Hospice agency serving seeking someone just as passionate as we are about providing quality patient services to join our team as a Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Details:

Status:
Part Time


FTE:
≤0.

78Location:
Pierce County

Wage Range:
$37.00/hour-$42.00/hourJob Duties & Responsibilities:Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care. Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance. Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training. Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage. Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in patient's condition. Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices. Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient's clinical record in prescribed time frames. Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization in-service Education Program. Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job.

The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Job Requirements?Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate's degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.

Current certification or license as required by state law. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working.

What we offer you:
A choice of medical, dental, and vision plansHealth concierge and Teladoc servicesFSA and HSA accountsLife, AD&D, STD, and LTD plansPTOPaid holidaysEmployee Assistance Program401K with company matchCompany-wide celebrations of your great work & accomplishmentsSupport for your professional growth and developmentTuition reimbursementAMAZING teammates & leaders that are supportive, inclusive, and funAnd moreWe would love to meet you and hear your commitment to living CAPLICO with usCustomer Second (Employee First)

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