Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Home Health

Elara Caring • Irving, TX • 3h ago

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

Physical Therapist Assistant

At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there's no place like home, and that's why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Being a part of something this great, starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers.

To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Physical Therapist Assistant with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!

Why Join the Elara Caring mission?

Work in a collaborative environment.

Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference

Competitive compensation package

Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost

Opportunities for advancement

Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(K) with employer match

Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement

Pet insurance

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you'll contribute to our success in the following ways:

Promotes Elara Caring's philosophy, mission statement and administrative policies to ensure quality of care

Performs direct physical therapy services in accordance with accepted standards of practice and certified by the patient's physician to ensure quality and continuity of care.

Follows Plan of Care as established by Physical Therapist/being supervised by the Physical Therapist and immediate reporting of any changes in status back to Physical Therapist.

Adheres to the State Practice Act Guidelines.

Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to physician's orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.

Incorporates patient care goals established in the Plan of Care, into therapy care.

Instructs patients and/or their families in the appropriate and safe use of prosthetic, orthotic and assistive devices (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.).

Instructs the patient and/or caregiver in the therapy home program

Physically demanding, high stress environment

Full range of body motion including handling, lifting and transfer of patients

Potentially work irregular hours including call hours if applicable

What is Required?

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the American Therapy Association

Current, unrestricted PTA license valid for the state of work.

6+ months experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferred

Able and willing to travel within branch/office coverage area.

Must have a dependable vehicle, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.

Must be able and willing to travel 50%

Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment

You will report to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor or designee.

Equal Employment Opportunity : We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com.

Pay & Benefit Information : Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits

EVerify : Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

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