Physical Therapist Assistant

Join Amedisys as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Alexandria, Louisiana. Full-time days Make a difference every day as an Amedisys physical therapist assistant Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U. S.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services and interventions under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist and in accordance with the physician approved plan of care.

• Observes, records and reports the patient's response to treatment and any change in the patient's condition to the supervising PT, physician and other appropriate clinical staff.

• Provides resources for future needs and promotes wellness and prevention.

• Includes documentation of supervisory activities in the patient's medical record.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited physical therapy assistant educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

• One year related physical therapy experience for PTAs entering home health care to ensure that knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide physical therapy services to patients.

• If less than one year of experience, approval from regional clinical leaders is required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or participating in a residency program.

• Current CPR certification.

Benefits & Compensation

• Pay rate: $35 - $44/hr.

Work Schedule

• Full-Time position.

Work with Amedisys in Alexandria, Louisiana.