Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Home Health
PruittHealth, Jacksonville, FL, United States
Job Description - Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Home Health (2605255)
Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Home Health – 2605255
Physical Therapy Assistant – Home Health (2605255)
Full time.
Locations: Duval/Clay and St. John Counties.
Job Purpose
Provide physical therapy treatments to PruittHealth Home Health patients in their place of residence under the supervision/direction of a physical therapist.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the development and implementation of the plan of care within goals defined by the physician, patient/patient family and interdisciplinary team.
Help maintain continuity of care by collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and attending physician to develop, integrate, and manage the patient care plan of care.
Demonstrate intermediate knowledge of home care and competency in discipline for specific patient care skills, required for the provision of care.
Meet agency productivity standards and utilize time and resources effectively and efficiently.
Complete documentation timely, accurately, and at the point of care, according to industry standards.
Assist the physical therapist in assessing the physical disability and level of function of patients.
Maintain current license, certification, and clinical records to meet federal, state and agency regulations and guidelines.
Participate in center/agency surveys (Licensure / JCAHO), and any subsequently required reports.
Accept responsibility to report any alleged or suspected violations to supervisor and/or others until the issue is resolved.
Be self‑directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.
Qualifications
Must have a valid and unrestricted professional license in the state of practice.
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
If foreign‑trained, the program must be deemed substantially equivalent to a Physical Therapist Assistant entry level education in the U.S. by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the APTA.
Minimum of 2 years' therapy experience.
Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Prior Home Health experience is preferable.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
For Florida Job Postings Only
For more information regarding Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com
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Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Home Health – 2605255
Physical Therapy Assistant – Home Health (2605255)
Full time.
Locations: Duval/Clay and St. John Counties.
Job Purpose
Provide physical therapy treatments to PruittHealth Home Health patients in their place of residence under the supervision/direction of a physical therapist.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the development and implementation of the plan of care within goals defined by the physician, patient/patient family and interdisciplinary team.
Help maintain continuity of care by collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and attending physician to develop, integrate, and manage the patient care plan of care.
Demonstrate intermediate knowledge of home care and competency in discipline for specific patient care skills, required for the provision of care.
Meet agency productivity standards and utilize time and resources effectively and efficiently.
Complete documentation timely, accurately, and at the point of care, according to industry standards.
Assist the physical therapist in assessing the physical disability and level of function of patients.
Maintain current license, certification, and clinical records to meet federal, state and agency regulations and guidelines.
Participate in center/agency surveys (Licensure / JCAHO), and any subsequently required reports.
Accept responsibility to report any alleged or suspected violations to supervisor and/or others until the issue is resolved.
Be self‑directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.
Qualifications
Must have a valid and unrestricted professional license in the state of practice.
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
If foreign‑trained, the program must be deemed substantially equivalent to a Physical Therapist Assistant entry level education in the U.S. by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the APTA.
Minimum of 2 years' therapy experience.
Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Prior Home Health experience is preferable.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
For Florida Job Postings Only
For more information regarding Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com
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