Physical Therapy Assistant

Duties & Responsibilities: Provide skilled physical therapy interventions according to the established Plan of Care and under the direction of the supervising Physical Therapist. Implement therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer training, balance activities, strengthening, mobility training, and other interventions ordered by the Physical Therapist. Support patients in improving functional mobility, strength, endurance, balance, and independence with activities of daily living. Educate patients, family members, and caregivers on therapeutic exercises, mobility techniques, fall prevention, assistive device use, and home safety. Monitor patient response to treatment and promptly communicate significant changes in condition, functional status, or progress to the supervising Physical Therapist and care team. Reinforce home exercise programs and provide ongoing patient and caregiver education between visits as appropriate. Identify and report potential safety concerns, changes in the home environment, and barriers that may affect progress toward therapy goals. Coordinate care and communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team, including Physical Therapists, nurses, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and home health aides. Complete accurate, thorough, and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies, payer requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations. Maintain appropriate visit frequency, follow physician/provider orders, and communicate scheduling or missed-visit concerns to the appropriate team members. Assist with discharge planning by communicating patient progress toward established therapy goals. Follow HIPAA, infection-control, patient-safety, and emergency-preparedness policies and procedures.

Requirements: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program. Current and unrestricted Oregon Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility for Oregon licensure. Current CPR/BLS certification. Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance as required for travel to patient homes. Ability to safely perform the physical requirements associated with providing therapy in a home health environment. Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills. Ability to work independently while remaining an effective member of an interdisciplinary care team. Comfortable traveling throughout the Portland metropolitan area and surrounding service territory. Knowledge of fall prevention, home safety, gait training, and functional mobility (preferred, but demonstrated competence is required). Experience with electronic medical records and point-of-care documentation (preferred). BenefitsMedical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Short-term disability insurance Life insurance Paid time off (PTO) Mileage reimbursement for eligible patient-related travel Supportive clinical and administrative team Ongoing education and professional development opportunities