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Pennsylvania Homecare Association Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)-- Home Care
Job Type: Full Time
Work Location: Philadelphia County (In-Person)
Employer: Deer Meadows Home Health
About The Pennsylvania Homecare Association (PHA): PHA is a statewide organization of 700+ home health, home care and hospice agencies looking to hire! The Pennsylvania Homecare Association is posting this position on behalf of Deer Meadows Home Health who is a member of PHA.
Join the Deer Meadows team as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) and provide top-tier home care services. Leverage your therapy skills to assess patient needs, follow care plans, and administer treatments. Collaborate with physicians and community health professionals to deliver comprehensive care.
Responsibilities:
- Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
- Treats patient, directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises; utilizes physical agents and observes and reports to the physical therapist and instructs patients in care and use of equipment.
- Maintains necessary records, clinical notes and conference notes.
- Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits:
- $23-$29/hour
- Full benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurances
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid Time Off
- Opportunities for professional growth
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Qualifications:
- Possesses a degree from at least an associates program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
- Licensed to practice as physical therapy assistant within the state, if applicable.
- Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist assistant. Community/home health experience is preferred.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation