Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN - LHC Group (Meridian, MS) in Meridian, Mississippi For Sale

Deaconess HomeCare of Meridian, MS, a member of the LHC Group
PRN/PTA (Home Health)
Physical Therapist Assistant - Licensed
Assists the supervising therapist and the physician in evaluating the level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests.
Assists the supervising therapist in the modifications to the Plan of Care.
Directs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education; as well as gait, functional, ADL, transfer, and prosthetic training.
Makes use of ultraviolet and infrared lamps, diathermy, ultrasound, whirlpool, contrast baths, and applies moist packs.
Observes, records, and reports to the physician and the supervising therapist the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition.
Instructs patient, significant others, and staff.
Is responsible for adhering to all practice standards as they apply to patient care
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Required Skills
Currently licensed by the State Board of Physical Therapy examiners in the state of employment.
Current driver's license and automobile insurance in state of employment, and the ability to travel within a 50 mile radius on a daily basis.
One (1) year of experience as a licensed PTA before assuming responsibilities for a home health case load.
Is responsible for adhering to all practice standards as they apply to patient care.
Company Description:
Our company was founded over 20 years ago on the principle that “it’s all about helping people,” and we live by those words today. It’s our mission to provide exceptional care and unparalleled service to patients and families who have placed their trust in us. We grow to fulfill this mission. When you become part of the LHC Group family, you’re choosing a career path that will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally.
Every day, all across the country, our LHC Group family is helping people. There are 10,000 of us, standing shoulder to shoulder, helping the patients in our care live, fuller, healthier lives. We do this because helping people is, quite simply, the reason we exist. It’s our purpose.
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