Aevum Home Health is hiring: Physical Therapy Assistant in San Luis Obispo
Aevum Home Health, San Luis Obispo, CA, US
Job Description
*Looking for either part-time or full-time employees*
Job Summary:
Aevum Home Health is a fast-growing and locally owned organization with an excellent reputation throughout San Luis Obispo county. We are rapidly growing and seeking a full-time Home Health PTA to join our team.
The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care. This highly rewarding field requires organization and the ability to work independently, managing your own caseload and making your own work schedule.
Work schedule: Regular work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm with a choice between 4 or 5 days/week, with a rotating weekend.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care and as defined in the state of Physical Therapy Practice Act.
- Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
- Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
- Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
- Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in patient's condition.
- Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
- Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient's clinical record in prescribed time frames.
- Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Experience, Education, & Skills:
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate's degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
- Approved as a physical therapist assistant by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
- Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
- Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.
- Home Health experience is a MUST
About Aevum Home Health:
Aevum Home Health takes a boutique approach focusing on advocating for our patients and their families to navigate their medical needs. We utilize community resources for elderly care, and take pride in having a great relationship with senior care facilities in our community. Aevum Home Health is committed to a personalized approach, encompassing alternative and medically sound care for patients and their loved ones.