Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Full Time

Company: Aveanna Healthcare
Location: Roswell
Posted on: June 27, 2025

Job Description:

Position Overview ThePhysical Therapy Assistantis a licensed professional who performs physical therapy treatments in accordance with agency policies under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Territory:Will sevice Gwinnett and North Fulton counties Essential Duties: - Administers physical therapy to patients following the Plan of Care developed by the Physician and Physical Therapist. - Evaluates and documents effectiveness of physical therapy services to the patient and his/her response to treatment. - Assesses the home environment to identify safety hazards on a continued basis. Recommends changes in the environment that eliminate or reduce these hazards. - Recognizes and identifies need for initiation of services from other disciplines or resources. Documents these needs, communicates with supervisor and refers to other disciplines/resources as needed. - Assesses social, emotional and physical factors within the patient’s home that affect patient care and response to plan of treatment, communicates these factors to the supervising Physical Therapist. - Attends interdisciplinary team meetings and identifies problems related to patient’s response to treatment and assists in modifying the Plan of Care. - Reports any adverse changes in the patient’s condition to the supervising Physical Therapist and/or Care Manager. - Completes daily assignments within a reasonable and acceptable time frame. - Attends inservices and continuing education programs in an effort to keep skills up to date. - Maintains sound privacy and security practices and prevents privacy or security breaches. If a breach occurs, corrective action will be taken. - Performs additional duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary. Requirements: - Current license as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of GA - Graduate of an accredited School for Physical Therapy Assistants. - Preferably one year of clinical experience in a home health care setting. HHH As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate. Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California

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