Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Job Description

Job Description

Physical Therapy Assistant -PTA

At Aegis Healthcare we are expanding our Home Health and Hospice Therapy Teams and are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual for the role of a Physical Therapy Assistant who shares our desire to make healthcare better for everyone.

Why do people LOVE and Feel Supported at Aegis?

Our company culture is grounded in our core values of Character, Experience and Trust , which we live every day (you'll know when you meet us). We enrich the lives of those we serve, nurture and support our team's long-term career development, and focus on ensuring everyone feels valued and empowered.

STATUS: PRN

SCHEDULE: Schedule Flexibility M-F 8am - 5pm

LOCATION: East Valley

Highlights of working for Aegis

• Support in your Role: Enjoy comprehensive onboarding and continuous training
• Schedule Flexibility: Build a schedule during the week around your life
• Career Longevity: Our average tenure is 5 years.
• Meaningful Work: We serve a vulnerable population.
• Growth opportunities: With 7 divisions there are paths for advancement.
• Employee Experience: Fun Perks, Rewards, and Recognition Programs!
• Great Benefits Package: A generous 22 days of PTO + 5 Days of Bereavement Leave available, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) + Matching, Life, accident and disability insurance options, and referral bonuses!

At Aegis Healthcare our approach to treating patients, our staff, and the community is rooted in our core values of Character, Experience & Trust. To ensure consistently seamless, high-quality care we have developed a continuum of services including Mobile Primary Care, Home Health, Palliative Care, Hospice, Outpatient Therapy, DME, and Medical Transport. By integrating these services, we address the diverse needs of our patients and support our mission to: "Enrich Every Life We Encounter from our employees to our patients and those who love and care for them."

Job Summary

• Provide physician prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT
• Improve or minimize residual physical impairments of the patient
• Participate with all other health care personnel in patient care planning
• Perform all skilled procedures as ordered by the physician and according to the plan of care established by the PT
• Consult with PT regarding change in treatment
• Participate in educating the patient and the patient's family
• Participate in in-service programs as assigned
• Attend all patient care conferences as scheduled
• Prepare medical records, progress notes and update care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per policy

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association
• Current Licensed, registered of Certified in the state of practice
• Minimum of 2 years related experience preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication and time management skills
• Valid Driver's License (clean record) and reliable transportation.
• Proof of current auto insurance and registration
• Valid AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card (we can help)
• Current CPR Certification (we can help) & Negative TB Test (we can test)

Make a Difference with Aegis! If you're seeking a supportive environment that values your contributions, apply to join Aegis Healthcare today!

Aegis Celebrates Diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, underscored by a Zero Tolerance policy for discrimination. Aegis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicant without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All Aegis Healthcare employees must be able to pass a criminal background check.