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Physical Therapist Assistant - Home VisitsAt Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Physical Therapist Assistant with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!Why Join the Elara Caring mission?Work in a collaborative environment.Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a differenceCompetitive compensation packageTuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no costOpportunities for advancementComprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits401(K) with employer matchPaid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavementPet insuranceAs a Physical Therapist Assistant, you'll contribute to our success in the following ways:Promotes Elara Caring's philosophy, mission statement and administrative policies to ensure quality of carePerforms direct physical therapy services in accordance with accepted standards of practice and certified by the patient's physician to ensure quality and continuity of care.Follows Plan of Care as established by Physical Therapist/being supervised by the Physical Therapist and immediate reporting of any changes in status back to Physical Therapist.Adheres to the State Practice Act Guidelines.Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to physician's orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.Incorporates patient care goals established in the Plan of Care, into therapy care.Instructs patients and/or their families in the appropriate and safe use of prosthetic, orthotic and assistive devices (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.).Instructs the patient and/or caregiver in the therapy home programPhysically demanding, high stress environmentFull range of body motion including handling, lifting and transfer of patientsPotentially work irregular hours including call hours if applicableWhat is Required?Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the American Therapy AssociationCurrent, unrestricted PTA license valid for the state of work.6+ months experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferredAble and willing to travel within branch/office coverage area.Must have a dependable vehicle, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.Must be able and willing to travel 50%Able to sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently and be able to lift 50-100 lbs.The base salary for this position is $31.00 to $40.00 per hour, based on the company's good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity.Equal Employment Opportunity : We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at
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litchfield, IL, 62056, US
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