Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Home Health

Description

Are you looking to make an impact on a patient's life?

Health Link Home Health and Hospice is a renowned provider of comprehensive and industry-leading home health agencies servicing the greater San Francisco Bay Area and East Bay for the past two decades. We are currently looking for a compassionate, organized, and team-oriented individuals to fill the Full-Time, Part-Time and Per-Diem role of Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for the West Contra Costa Area (Martinez Ca to Oakley Ca).

At Health Link, we foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is highly valued.  As a Home Health Physical Therapist, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with dedicated professionals and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients. One of the unique aspects of our agency is the seamless support provided by our back-office team. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients, possess excellent organizational skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, Health Link is the place for you. 

• Dedicated Home Health experienced clinical team to support you while you're in the field. Whether it's to assist you with a new situation, call a patient that you're running late, or call in a lab result, you will never feel alone in the field when you're a part of Health Link.
• Flexible schedule
• Competitive compensation, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K w/ matching, Life Insurance, and more
• Paid Time Off (up to 10 days), which accumulates and can be utilized at your discretion.
• Bonuses are based on quality metrics NOT on how many patients you see.
• Vehicle mileage reimbursement/option for a company vehicle (based on availability)
• Company devices

Responsibilities:

• PTA will provide direct physical therapy according to the directions of the Physical Therapist and following the Physician's plan of care
• Treat patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance
• Direct and aid patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle re-education, gait and functional training, transfer activities, and prosthetic training
• Utilize physical agents, including, but not limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound, and massage
• Physical Therapist Assistant will observe and report to the Physical Therapist and the Organization personnel the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in patient's condition
• Instruct patients in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices
• Online Charting in Kinnser immediately after the visit on a provided device
• Perform other duties as assigned

Pay: 

$50.00 - $60.00 (Depends on Experience)

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid Time Off

Requirements

• Current PTA License to practice in California - Required
• Home Health: 1 year - Preferred
• Current CA Driver's License
• Coverage area West Contra Costa County (Martinez, Ca to Oakley, Ca)