Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Full Time

Aveanna Healthcare is growing. Come join our team! 

Position Overview 

Aveanna Healthcare has grown tremendously during the past year through a series of exciting acquisitions and we are currently looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our dynamic home health care team. 

Territory: Stevens Point/Wisconsin Rapids (2 days per week) and Waupaca (2 days per week)

Schedule: Monday - Friday visits  

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.  

• 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 patient’s physical or emotional condition to the patient’s 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.  

Aveanna Healthcare Offers: 

• 401(k) with match  

• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits for employees at 30+ hours 
• Tuition Discounts and Reimbursement  
• PTO, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays 

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