Job Description
PRN/Part-Time - 2-3 days/week; self scheduled visits with flexibility Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health PRN Coverage area includes Niles, MI and surrounding area Must have Michigan PTA license 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 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 autonomy and flexible schedules 1:1 patient care Supportive and collaborative environment Competitive compensation package Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees 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: 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. What is Required? Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program approved by the American Therapy Association. 6 months experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant is preferred Currently Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant Must have a dependable vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance in accordance with the laws of the state. You will report to the Clinical Supervisor. _This is not a comprehensive list of all job_ responsibilities_; a full_ _job description_ _will be provided._ _We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace._ Expected hours: 16 per week Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Referral program Travel reimbursement Vision insurance Medical Specialty: Geriatrics Home Health Schedule: 10 hour shift 4 hour shift 8 hour shift Choose your own hours Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Morning shift No nights Application Question(s): Are you available for 2-3 eight-hour days per week? Visits are self-scheduled with flexible scheduling, but we are seeking 16-30 hours/week for this opening License/Certification: Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Willingness to travel: 75% (Required) Work Location: On the road