Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Home Health

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Job description

Description:

Careage Home Health is looking for a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) to join their team!

Bellevue & Surrounding Areas
Mileage Reimbursement
No Weekends!

A Licensed PTA administers physical therapy to patients intermittently in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Physical Therapist (PT).

Summary of Responsibilities

1. Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures.

2. Provides physician-prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT.

3. Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient.

4. Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient's capabilities.

5. Participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning.

6. Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by the physician and according to the plan of care established by the PT.

7. Consults with PT regarding the change in treatment.

8. Instructs patients and family members in home programs and activities of daily living.

9. Participates in in-service programs and presents in-service programs as assigned.

10. Participates in QAPI activities as assigned.

11. Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled.

12. Prepares medical records, and progress notes and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per Agency policy.

13. Performs services planned, delegated, and supervised by the PT.

14. Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes.

15. Participates in educating the patient and family.

16. Performs maintenance therapy services under a maintenance program established by a qualified therapist, when acting within the therapy scope of practice defined by applicable state licensure laws.

Requirements:

1. Graduate from a two-year college-level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.

2. Currently licensed, registered, or certified in the state(s) in which practicing.

3. Two (2) years experience, preferred.

4. Acceptance of the philosophy and goals of the Agency.

5. Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.

• Ability to participate in physical activity.

• Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity.

• Heavy lifting.

• Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.

Employee Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life & AD&D Insurance, voluntary STD, LTD, 401k with employer match, 16 days Paid Time Off and holidays, WA & CA Paid Sick Leave and discretionary bonuses. For a complete list of employee benefits, please visit

Why work with us?

Our employees are more than just coworkers - they are family - just like our patients! Working at Careage Home Health, you will be provided ample opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. You will also be working alongside individuals who share the same passion and commitment to providing exceptional healthcare, service, and life enrichment to our patients. Our culture is one that encourages, supports, and celebrates our diversity and looks to expand and build it constantly. Join us!

About Careage Home Health

Careage Home Health provides at home care for patients that reside within King, Pierce, and Thurston Counties in Washington State. Our team of caregivers, nurses and therapists work with the guidance and collaboration of the patient's medical team to provide the services needed for their recovery. For more information, visit

About Careage

Careage is a leading provider of senior-focused construction, management, and health care services throughout the United States. They are committed to providing exceptional services to a wide variety of clients, including hospitals, medical clinics, skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation facilities, Assisted Living communities, Memory Care centers, and retirement communities. For more Careage news, go to .

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $39.01 per hour

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