Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Part Time PRN

Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Part Time PRN ApplyRefer a FriendBack Job Details Requisition # 213237 Location Millsboro, DE 19966 Category Nursing Salary $32.00 - $38.00 per hour Position Details Position Overview As an AveannaPhysical Therapy Assistantyou will utilize your clinical expertise to provide skilled education, treatment, and interventions as directed by the Physician in the home health plan of care. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, receiving and providing pertinent updates to optimize patient well-being. Territory: Kent County Essential Job Functions Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician’s 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 patient’s care and safety. Reports observations of the patient’s condition to the designated supervisor(s), and/or the patient’s 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 client’s discharge, prepares discharge instructions, and communicates discharge plan with patients, family members, and caregivers.