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We are currently hiring PRN Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) Home Health to cover our Davie/Fort Lauderdale and surrounding areas Team!
We understand the demands of the Home Healthcare profession and are committed to creating a supportive and balanced work environment for our team. We are dedicated to providing a positive work environment to ensure our employees feel valued, supported, and energized in their work.
Our perks include:
We understand the demands of the Home Healthcare profession and are committed to creating a supportive and balanced work environment for our team. We are dedicated to providing a positive work environment to ensure our employees feel valued, supported, and energized in their work.
Our perks include:
- Daily Pay (Work today. Get paid tomorrow!)
- Flexible Scheduling
- Professional Growth Opportunities
- Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Stability – 20 Years Operation in Florida!!!
- Top Places to Work: 2020 - 2023
- Top 100 Agency Home Care Elite
- Live QA – To Assist with OASIS Documentation
- Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
- 401K Match
- Employee Referral Program!
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of a Physical Therapist (PT), the PTA provides client services that have been delegated by the PT.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists in the evaluation and development of a rehabilitative plan of care and periodic re-evaluation as required.
- Participates in the preparation of clinical and daily progress notes, all notes are reviewed by the PT and submitted according to company policy.
- As directed, performs routine strengthening and therapeutic exercises and assists the patient with the use of self-help devices.
- Together with the PT, instructs the client and family and assists in teaching exercise programs to the patient and family.
- Identifies possible ineffective drug therapy or adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies, and contra-indicated medication and reports same to the PT.
- Observe, and record activities and findings in the clinical record and report to the PT and the physician any adverse reaction to treatment.
- Consult with PT regarding the outcome of home visits and report physical findings.
- Instruct other health team personnel including, as appropriate, Home Health Aides, as well as family members with respect to certain phases of physical therapy, so that they may work with the client.
- Writes daily progress notes on patients, and submits them according to company policy, and prepares periodic summary reports as indicated.
- Participates with staff, clients, and physicians in discharge activities and assists the Physical Therapist in completing the Physical Therapy Discharge Summary.
- Confirm, at least weekly, the scheduling of visits with the Supervisor/Director of Nursing in order to coordinate Agency visits.
- Assumes other duties deemed appropriate and necessary by the PT and as designated by the Registered Nurse Case Management and Nursing Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program or equivalent education.
- Licensed to practice as a PTA in the State of Florida.
- Current BLS Certification.
- Licensed driver with an automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization's requirements.
- A minimum of one year's experience in Home Healthcare is preferred.
- Electronic medical record experience is preferred but not essential.
- Meets all qualifications as stated within the state practice act. Must possess and maintain current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Must display good emotional health and be able to physically tolerate much standing, stooping, bending, and heavy lifting; must meet all agency regulations.
- Must be self-directed and able to work with little supervision and have good observational, judgment, and communication skills.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Please be advised that the address provided is a general representation of the city in which the work will be based. Due to privacy and security considerations, we refrain from disclosing the precise location at this stage, however, once you progress further in the application process or express interest, we will provide you with more details.
About Pinnacle Home Care:
Pinnacle Home Care is a Medicare Certified and Florida Licensed full-service clinically owned and operated health care company, led by professionals who are passionate about delivering Exceptional Outcomes and quality care Beyond Expectation to patients, referral partners, staff and the communities that we serve. We have 16 locations throughout Florida hiring Clinical Managers, RNs, LPNs, PTs, PTAs, STs, HHAs, and other office staffing roles.If you don't see a role that meets your skill set on the job board, send us your resume directly to recruiting@pinnnaclehomecare.net Please include your full name and location! We look forward to assisting you in exploring career opportunities with Pinnacle Home Care!
