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CARETENDERS

Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

CARETENDERS, Needham Heights, Massachusetts, us, 02494

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CARETENDERS We are hiring for a full-time

Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA

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Caretenders Home Health , a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here. As a Physical Therapist Assistant with us, you can expect: the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities independence and autonomy career growth possibilities Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare. The Home Health

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA)

performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient’s well-being while following the established plan of care. Responsible for following all state-specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, following the treatment defined by the supervising PT; perform only those procedures you are qualified and trained to perform; make recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist. Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional activities of daily living (ADL), transfer, safety, and prosthetic training. Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient’s response to treatment and changes in the patient’s condition. Coordinates care with other members of the health care team as appropriate. Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant. License Requirements Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in MA. Current CPR certification is required. Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation. Company Overview LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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