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Physical Therapy Assistant- Home Health
Physical Therapy Assistant- Home HealthCARE FIRST HOME HEALTH CARE INC • Fresno, CA, US
Physical Therapy Assistant- Home Health

Physical Therapy Assistant- Home Health

CARE FIRST HOME HEALTH CARE INC • Fresno, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule

Job Title

Physical Therapy Assistant- Home Health

Position

Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Description Summary

Gives Report To : Physical Therapist or Rehab Supervisor The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
  • Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
  • Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
  • Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
  • Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patients reaction to treatment and any changes in patients condition.
  • Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
  • Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patients clinical record in prescribed time frames.
  • Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

    • Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
  • Current certification or license as required by state law.
  • Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills
  • Possess and maintain current CPR certification
  • Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements
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