Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant (Laf-PRN)

Franciscan Health Lafayette Central

1501 Hartford St Lafayette, Indiana 47904

Once a Physical Therapist has evaluated a patient and determined the course of action, the Physical Therapist Assistant of Franciscan often takes charge. This job requires someone who is comfortable following and giving orders, and someone with a careful eye who can modify and ensure correct patient performance. It’s a hands-on, patient-focused job with big rewards as you watch your patients increase function and mobility.

WHO WE ARE

Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Report patient progress and collaborate with evaluating therapist to implement therapy plan of care.

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy treatment and related follow-up services, including discharge planning.

• Document and submit patient reports within the established timeframe.

• Collaborate with patient and other healthcare personnel or outside agencies regarding coordination of care.

• Exercise clinical judgment following an occupational therapy plan of care.

• Train and educate patients and family members or other support, and documents understanding of treatment plan and goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's Degree- Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program- Required

• Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)- State Licensing Board- Required

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)- American Heart Association- Required

• Driver's License- Required

• Auto Insurance- Required

• 1 Year- Physical Therapist Assistant Experience- Required

• 1 Year- Home Healthcare Experience- Preferred

TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:

Up to 75%

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.

Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.

Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.