Job Description

Gentiva is seeking a per diem / prn Physical Therapy Assistant for a per diem / prn job in Lucasville, Ohio.

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Per Diem

Our Company:

Heartland Home Health is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you'll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people's lives every day.

We are looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team. This role reports to the Administrator, Executive Director, or Patient Care Manager. The PTA will be responsible for providing quality rehabilitative physical therapy under the direction and supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist to patients, involving musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary deficiencies and promoting excellent customer service while adhering to state and federal standards.

• Accurately, promptly, and thoroughly document patients' care observations, interventions, and evaluations.
• Confer with the supervising Physical Therapist regarding the patient's progress and Plan of Care changes.
• Demonstrates therapy for the nurse, home health aide family member, or other responsible person who may assist the patient with their physical therapy program as directed by the Physical Therapist.

• Graduate of accredited two-year Physical Therapy Assistant program or licensed, certified, or registered per applicable State law.
• In states where there is no licensure, certification, or registration requirement, must be a graduate of an accredited program.
• Current CPR Certification
• One year's experience in hospital or home health is preferred.

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Career growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate levels
• Local and national award programs
• Mileage reimbursement
• Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times of need

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

Gentiva Job ID . Posted job title: Physical Therapy Assistant

Gentiva is a family of industry-leading hospice, palliative, and home health providers that are passionate about caring for others. With more than 550 locations and thousands of compassionate clinicians across 38 states, our place is by the side of those who need us - from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis. Gentiva's corporate headquarters is in Atlanta, Georgia, with providers delivering care across the U.S.

• Continuing Education
• Medical benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Vision benefits
• Discount program
• Pet insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Mileage reimbursement
• Dental benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Life insurance