Physical Therapist Assistant

As a Physical Therapist Assistant you will have the opportunity to connect with, and positively impact the lives of, our patients daily! You will promote the physical, personal, and emotional well-being of patients and work with the Dover Health teams to strive to reach the ultimate goal, which is to return the patient to their maximum level of self-care and independence, when possible.

Essential Duties

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Providing direct patient care to patients according to the established plan of care and under the direction and supervision of physical therapists, within the Standards of Practice for Physical Therapy, and in compliance with the applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.

Observing, recording, and reporting the client’s reaction to treatment and any changes in the client’s condition to the supervising Physical Therapist, physician, Director of Nursing, Administrator and/or Clinical Supervisor as needed and in accordance with agency policies.

Collaborating with the Physical Therapist in updating the plan of care as necessary and promoting coordination of care through interprofessional or interdisciplinary communication in accordance with the agency policies.

Educating patients and their families or caregivers about managing patient’s illness or injury, including home care needs, home safety, and use of assistive and adaptive devices.

Participating in care coordination and discharge planning activities and acting as a resource to other health care personnel in meeting patient's needs.

• Participating in activities that promote patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Participating in professional development and lifelong learning activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Education And/or Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

Current Physical Therapy Assistant license in the state(s) of practice

Current Basic Life Support/CPR Certification

Current and valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current liability auto insurance.

Must be able to meet all physical demands of the job which includes, but is not limited to: seeing, speaking, touching, walking, standing, bending, reaching overhead, crouching/kneeling or crawling, as well as the ability to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs independently and up to 200lbs with assistance.

Ability to work well with others and take direction from management, as well as take initiative – willing to go above and beyond to ensure our patients needs are met and they are comfortable in their living environment.

• Self-motivated to accomplish identified goals with a strong sense of accountability for results.
• Commitment to Dover Health’s mission and values.

Working Conditions

As part of Dover Health’s commitment to providing outstanding care and support, the company ensures that staff work under conditions that prioritize safety, collaboration, and professional growth. The conditions listed below define the experience of working for Dover Health.

This position may involve a range of physical activities, including those outlined in the Essential Duties, but is not limited to them.

Frequent travel within assigned service area is required.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time, move, communicate, and identify written information. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds independently, and occasionally lift and/or move up to two hundred (200) pounds with assistance.

Work for this position is performed in patient homes, care settings/facilities, and office settings. This position will have to navigate through a variety of different settings to provide care.

• There is exposure to varied home environments and potential infectious conditions.
• Must comply with all Dover Health and safety requirements.

This role involves actively participating in all staff activities aimed at fostering teamwork, unity, and morale. The individual will contribute as a collaborative team player, working alongside colleagues to create a supportive and cohesive work environment.

Individuals in this position are required to stay current on all training and ongoing education initiatives. They are expected to actively pursue self-improvement and embrace opportunities for continuous learning to enhance their skills and knowledge in providing exceptional service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Dover Health considers the health and safety of its patients, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening, participation in required health assessments (such as TB testing or physical evaluations), and the use of designated personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company policy and applicable law.