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Elumina Health
Physical Therapist Assistant - Home Health - Circleville/Lancaster ($10,000 Sign-On Bonus)
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What they do
A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$57,397 / year median in Ohio
+13% projected growth
Job Description
At Elumina Health we strive to do our BEST so that our clients can be their BEST. Our skilled home care agency is focused on providing high quality care and ensuring that the staff is equipped with the tools and skills to do just that! Elumina Health is a locally owned and operated agency in Columbus, Ohio and we are adding to our team due to growth! We are searching for an energetic Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team full time to support Home Health patients in Circleville/Lancaster and the surrounding metropolitan area. Enjoy working one on one with your patients in the most functional environment possible --- their home. Work for a company where you are not just a number but a valuable part of our team. You will enjoy flexible scheduling, and a supportive work environment focused on employee and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will be patient care focused, organized, flexible, comfortable using a computer, and possess excellent communication & customer service skills. To learn more about our company, please visit http://www.elumina.com/
Job Description:
The physical therapy assistant assists in the implementation of the rehabilitative care plan under the direction and supervision of a qualified physical therapist.Qualifications:
- Graduate of an approved physical therapy assistant curriculum.
- Possesses a current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant in Ohio.
Responsibilities:
- Under the supervision of the physical therapist, assists in evaluation and development of the rehabilitative care plan and in periodic re-evaluation as indicated.
- As directed by the physical therapist, performs routine strengthening and therapeutic exercises.
- Assists in teaching exercise programs to the client and family.
- Consults with the physical therapist regarding the outcome of home visits and reports physical findings in written form.
- Assists clients in use of self-help devices.
- Attends care conferences and Agency meetings as necessary.
- Documents daily progress notes on clients and submits them weekly.
- Communicates effectively to all those providing client care.
Organizational Relationship:
- Reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and Therapy.
Functional Abilities:
Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in a manner understood by most persons. Must be able to stoop, bend and be able to lift and transfer clients. Must be able to travel to client's residences. Must be able to read 12 point type or larger.Special requirements:
- Must have a reliable car, car insurance and a valid driver's license.