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Part Time Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant ApplyRefer a FriendBack Job Details Requisition #: 214214 Location: Gordo, AL 35466 Category: PT Salary: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour Position Details Position Overview Aveanna Healthcare has grown tremendously during the past year through a series of exciting acquisitions and we are currently looking for aPhysical Therapy Assistant (PTA)to join our dynamic home health care team. Schedule: Part-Time Monday - Friday visits for Marengo, Choctaw, Sumter, Greene & Pickens Co. communities Essential Job Functions: + Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physicianu2019s plan of care. + Communicates with and regularly updates the patient and/or caregiver regarding the plan of care. + Provides skilled therapy services, treatments and procedures as appropriate for the patientu2019s care and safety. + Reports observations of the patientu2019s condition to the designated supervisor(s), and/or the patientu2019s physician, as appropriate. + Treats clients to relieve pain and/or develop or restore function to maintain maximum performance. + Provides 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.) + Educates patients and caregivers in carry over regarding issues concerning rehabilitation and adaptation techniques needed for recovery. + Collaborates with other service disciplines to discuss the patient plan of care. + Plans for clientu2019s discharge, prepares discharge instructions, and communicates discharge plan with patients, family members, and caregivers. + Participates in in-service programs. + Reacts to change productively and performs other job-related tasks and duties as assigned. + Complies with ethical and professional standards of conduct as set forth by the American Physical Therapy Association + Ensures 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 patientu2019s physical or emotional condition to the patientu2019s physician and to the RN on the case if applicable, on a timely basis. + Records clinical and progress notes at the time of the visit to ensure continuity of qualitative patient care on a timely basis. + Completes daily report and any required documentation in a timely fashion to ensure agency operating schedules. + Maintains consistent attendance. + Submits all credentials in a timely manner. Requirements: + Graduation from a Physical Therapist Assistant education program from an accredited university/program. + Current, unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of practice + Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with policies and procedures As 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. Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California ( Notice for Job Applicants Residing in Florida Apply