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Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)Full-time position in Atlanta, GA – Fulton CountyInterim HealthCare of Atlanta, GA is seeking a full-time Home Care Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team. Work a flexible schedule maintaining a healthy work/life balance while receiving top notch pay and an impressive benefit package.Step into a therapy career where you are valued, supported and empowered to make a positive impact in a patient’s life. At Interim HealthCare®, these are just a few of the rewards you’ll enjoy as a Home Health PTA.What sets us apart? For starters, more than 65 percent of our leaders are nurses and medical professionals. So, we know firsthand what it takes to care for patients and the sacrifices you make to do so. Moreover, we recognize the crucial role PTAs play in the healing process. If you’re ready to experience the rewards of home health therapy, you are made for this!Our Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant enjoy some notable benefits:Best pay rates in town1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomesFlexible schedule, autonomy and work-life balanceTuition discounts through Rasmussen UniversityOnline training courses to promote growthMedical/Dental/Vision/Life/LTD/STDPTO & Holiday payAs a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:Provide home-based care under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist to patients with illnesses, injuries and chronic diseases—often after discharge from a hospital, rehab or nursing facilityWork with a team of physicians and oversee paraprofessional staff providing patient careExamine patients, complete assessments, document progress and report changes to their physicianEducate patients on their plan of care, prescribed medication, therapy, diet and exerciseCoach family members on the patient’s plan of care, medication and home safetyEnsure goals are met by effectively communicating with members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team providing care to promote coordination of patient care and planning for dischargeA few must-haves for Home Health Physical Therapists Assistants:Active licensure or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of GAWithin the last 5 years, minimum of 2 years of experience as a PTA in home healthcareHCHB charting experienceCPR certification, negative ppd screening or chest x-rayDrivers license, reliable transportation & auto insuranceKnowledge of state and federal home health regulationsGood clinical judgement /proficiency, strong communication skills, dexterity and compassionAble to pass federal and state required criminal / abuse background checks and drug screenWhy Work for Interim HealthCare?Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates therapists, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of PTAs who are making a significant impact in the lives of others through the personalized, home-based therapy they provide.Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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atlanta, GA, 30301, US
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