Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health PRN

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November 9

🤠 Texas – Remote

Although this job is listed in Texas, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

💵 $55 / year

⏱ Part Time

🟢 Junior

😶‍🌫️ Therapist

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Amatus Health Care (Home Health, Hospice and Palliative Care)

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B2C • Wellness

Amatus Health Care (Home Health, Hospice and Palliative Care) is a Texas-based provider of in-home health services, hospice, and palliative care. The organization operates offices in Dallas and East Texas (Sulphur Springs) and provides nursing, supportive, and end-of-life care services directly to patients and families in their homes. Contact details and multiple local sites indicate it serves community patients across the region and coordinates care through local offices.

51 - 200 employees

Founded 2010

👥 B2C

🧘 Wellness

📋 Description

• Assist the physical therapist in the evaluation and assessment of patients' conditions, including reviewing medical history and conducting relevant tests and measurements. • Collaborate with the physical therapist to develop individualized treatment plans based on patients' goals, needs, and diagnoses. • Implement treatment plans under the supervision and guidance of the physical therapist, which may include therapeutic exercises, functional training, gait training, and other modalities. • Monitor and document patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary and reporting any changes or concerns to the physical therapist. • Educate patients and their families on exercises, activities, and strategies to maximize function, prevent further injury, and promote independence. • Provide assistance to patients during therapy sessions, ensuring their safety and comfort. • Help patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and mobility exercises, including transferring, ambulation, and using assistive devices. • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, documenting treatment sessions, progress notes, and any relevant information in accordance with regulatory requirements. • Adhere to ethical and professional standards, maintaining patient confidentiality and respecting their rights and dignity at all times. • Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary home health care team, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists, to ensure comprehensive patient care. • Participate in professional development activities, such as continuing education courses and conferences, to stay updated on the latest advancements in physical therapy.

🎯 Requirements

• A minimum of One Year Adult in-home health care is required. • Bilingual - Spanish/English speaking preferred • Associates degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program. • Valid State of Texas license as a Physical Therapy Assistant. • Proficiency in using Kinnser EMR preferred, and other relevant software such as slack. • Current CPR BLS certification • Solid understanding of physical therapy principles, techniques, and modalities. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with patients, their families, and the multidisciplinary team. • Strong observational and problem-solving abilities. • Ability to work independently while following established treatment plans and protocols. • Physical stamina and dexterity to assist patients with mobility exercises and transfers. • A commitment to providing compassionate care and maintaining professional ethics.