Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant - Northeast Austin, TX

Job Type Full-time Description

Come join our quickly growing locally owned home health company in Northeast Austin, TX! We are looking for a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant with a heart for the elderly to join our Home Health Team.

Homecare Homebase knowledge is a PLUS!

Job Qualifications:

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapist assistant with an associate level degree in Physical Therapist Assistant.

Licensure: Active, state license as a physical therapist assistant, or a multi-state license issued by a Physical Therapy Licensure Compact (PTLC) member state. Proof of current CPR certification.

Experience: One year of experience as a physical therapist assistant, preferred.

Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance. Current driver’s license.

Requirements

Essential Functions: Evaluation:

• Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care, as developed, delegated, and supervised by the physical therapist. Notifies supervisor of changes in patient status or untoward patient responses
• Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
• Administers non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water, and electrical modalities to patients. Discontinues any treatment which in their judgement is harmful to
• the patient.
• Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills to provide patient and caregiver education.
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements.
• Promotes compliance with all fiscal intermediary and/or other third-party payors, through education, coaching, and other assistance, as necessary.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.
• Participates in the Agency’s QAPI program.
• Participates in the Agency sponsored in-service training.

About Us

Halcyon Home is a fast-growing, Austin-owned home health, hospice, and home care company. We emphasize hospitality and compassion to encourage positive patient outcomes for our refined, aging clients. We were voted Best in Home Health/Hospice four years running and Best in Home Care three years running by the Senior Resource Guide. Come Join our team!

Salary:

Physical Therapist / Full-Time (salary rage $65,000 to $75,000) - Compensation based on experience and productivity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Home health: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Austin, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary Description $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year