Benefits/Perks

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Job Summary

Home 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

Areas can include Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Valencia County, and East Mountains

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.

Disclaimer

Jobs are posted by independently owned and operated provider agencies. Your application will go directly to the agency, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of the agency. All inquiries about employment should be made directly to the agency location.

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