Physical Therapist Assistant - Otterbein Staffing Agency

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• Take control of your work schedule with Otterbein Staffing Agency (OSA) and earn some of the highest wages in the industry! The benefits of joining the OSA team include the following: Access to open shifts at Otterbein’s independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services. You choose when and where to work, while feeling appreciated and making a difference! Increase your income potential. Connect with a supportive community. Define your own career path and scheduling preferences.

Overview

• Otterbein Staffing Agency is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Home Health team! Experience the stability of working for an organization with more than 110 years of service caring for seniors. The Physical Therapist Assistant provides rehabilitative physical therapy treatments to home health patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. This includes assisting with ambulation training, transfer training, gait training, and home exercise programs in accordance with the patient’s Home Health Plan of Care. At Otterbein, you’re more than an employee, you’re a Partner in Caring.
• Together, we work side by side toward a shared goal: delivering person-centered care that respects every resident and the choices they make. Whether in our vibrant communities, our welcoming small house neighborhoods, Home Health, Hospice or Home Office, we provide the highest level of compassionate, quality care. Join our team of Partners who are talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, endearing, and truly one-of-a-kind.

Shift

• PRN
• Pay: $33-$44 per visit and weekend differentials

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services to patients according to the Home Health Plan of Care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist Perform physical therapy procedures in the patient's home Administer non-complex therapeutic exercises, massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water, and electrical modalities to patients with relatively stable conditions Assist and motivate patients in improving functional mobility and independence Teach basic body mechanics to patients and families Instruct patients and family members in the proper use and care of prosthetic devices and therapeutic appliances Observe and document patient progress and response to treatment, reporting, findings and any condition changes to the supervising Physical Therapist Modify the Home Health Plan of Treatment as authorized by the physician and Physical Therapist Participate in home health care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings Communicate plan of care updates to patients and families Prepare and submit clinical documentation and progress notes in a timely manner in accordance with Otterbein Home Health policies and state/federal regulations Complete a minimum of twelve (12) hours of in-services annually Education and Experience Education: Graduate of Physical Therapist Assistant program approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) Experience: Minimum of three (3) years full-time PTA experience OR At least 2,000 hours of patient-related care experience Licensure/Certification Current Ohio license as Physical Therapist Assistant (or application in process) Valid Ohio driver's license Reliable transportation with auto insurance Satisfactory criminal background check Current CPR certification Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife? For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior living options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents. Otterbein SeniorLife consists of Lifestyle Communities, revolutionary Small House Neighborhoods, Home Health, and Hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services. Nearly 30% of your life is spent at work. Why not love your job? Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a Physical Therapist Assistant with Otterbein Staffing Agency.