Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ), Senior Living Facility - $5,000 Sign at AW Health Care

University City, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physical Therapy, Patient Care, Home Therapy Services, Medical Records, Progress Notes, Patient Education, Team Collaboration, In-Service Programs, Performance Improvement, Bending, Lifting, Standing, Initiative, Independent Judgment

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description AW Health Care is a St. Louis based, independently operated, women-owned enterprise. We recently celebrated our 25th anniversary in the home health industry. AW is a rapidly growing home health agency, with an innovative approach to patient centered care. Our team consists of over 500 employees serving over 1500 patients in Missouri and Illinois. Why Join AW Health Care? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including: Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) $5,000 Sign-On Bonus (Full-Time) Supplemental benefits (Short/Long-Term Disability, AD&D, Additional Life Insurance) Job Summary: This PRN or Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant will provide in home therapy services in Central St. Louis County at our partnered facilities (The Dolans & St. Louis Arc). A Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) administers physical therapy to patients under part a/ part b therapy coverage for older adults in assisted living facility. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist (PT). Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities: Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures. Provides physician prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT. Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient. Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities. Participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning. Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician and according to the plan of care established by the PT. Consults with PT regarding change in treatment. Instructs patients and family members in home programs and activities of daily living. Participates in in-service programs and presents in-service programs as assigned. Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned. Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled. Prepares medical records, progress notes and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per Agency policy. Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the PT. Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes. Participates in educating the patient and family Requirements Physical Therapist Assistant Qualifications: Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association. Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing. Two (2) years experience, preferred. Acceptance of philosophy and goals of Agency. Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment. Physical Therapist Assistant Physical Requirements: Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary: Ability to participate in physical activity. Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity. Heavy lifting. Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide in-home therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Responsibilities include administering prescribed physical therapy, participating in patient care planning, and preparing medical records.