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Job description
Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Full Time
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nJob Details
nRequisition #:
n nLocation:
nSebring, FL 33870
nCategory:
nPT
nSalary:
n$28.00 - $38.00 per hour
nPosition Details
nPosition Overview
nAs an AveannaPhysical Therapy Assistantyou will utilize your clinical expertise to provide skilled education, treatment, and interventions as directed by the Physician in the home health plan of care. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, receiving and providing pertinent updates to optimize patient well-being.
nSchedule:Full-time weekly visits needed Monday - Friday
nTerritory:Highlands and Hardee counties
nEssential Job Functions:
nnnProvides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care.
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nnCommunicates with and regularly updates the patient and/or caregiver regarding the plan of care.
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nnProvides skilled therapy services, treatments and procedures as appropriate for the patient’s care and safety.
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nnReports observations of the patient’s condition to the designated supervisor(s), and/or the patient’s physician, as appropriate.
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nnTreats clients to relieve pain and/or develop or restore function to maintain maximum performance.
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nnProvides skilled teaching to the patients, family members, and caregivers regarding the safe use of prosthetic, orthotic and assistive devices (i.e., canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.)
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nnEducates patients and caregivers in carry over regarding issues concerning rehabilitation and adaptation techniques needed for recovery.
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nnCollaborates with other service disciplines to discuss the patient plan of care.
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nnPlans for client’s discharge, prepares discharge instructions, and communicates discharge plan with patients, family members, and caregivers.
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nnParticipates in in-service programs.
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nnReacts to change productively and performs other job-related tasks and duties as assigned.
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nnComplies with ethical and professional standards of conduct as set forth by the American Physical Therapy Association
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nnEnsures confidentiality of patient records/information. Observes, records, and reports (1) signs and symptoms; (2) reactions to treatments and medications; and (3) any change in the patient’s physical or emotional condition to the patient’s physician and to the RN on the case if applicable, on a timely basis.
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nnRecords clinical and progress notes at the time of the visit to ensure continuity of qualitative patient care on a timely basis.
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nnCompletes daily report and any required documentation in a timely fashion to ensure agency operating schedules.
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nnMaintains consistent attendance.
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nnSubmits all credentials in a timely manner.
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nnPerforms all responsibilities in a professional manner
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n nRequirements:
nnnGradation from a Physical Therapist Assistant education program from an accredited university/program.
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nnCurrent, unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of practice
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nnValid CPR
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n nComprehensive Benefits (Full-time positions)
nAveanna offers benefits designed to support youinside and outside of work, including:
nnnCompetitive pay
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nnMedical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
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nnVoluntary Pet Insurance for your fur babies
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nn401(k) with Company match
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nnVacation time, Sick time, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
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nnTuition reimbursement and tuition discounts
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nnFree continuing education units (CEUs) for nurses
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nnEmployee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund
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nnEmployee Stock Purchase Plan
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n nOur Mission
nOur mission is torevolutionize the way homecare is delivered, one patient at a time. We are committed to innovation, clinical excellence, and compassionate care—because outcomes improve when care is personal. Join the revolution and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day.
nAs an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.
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sebring, FL, 33876, US
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