Physical Therapist Assistant

Requisition Number  *09-5187

Description     BE A VISIONARY
Dream big. Think outside the box. See the possibilities. Offer creative solutions - Amedisys listens
Amedisys began more than 25 years ago as a dream in a living room in small-town Louisiana. Since that time, we have grown into a national company with over 15,000 employees and 500+ agencies across the country and Puerto Rico, but have never lost sight of why and how we got here.
Amedisys Home Health Services is a leading provider of home health and hospice services. As a national company, we have a far reach and have positioned ourselves as an industry leader in quality care and as the company that is reducing acute care hospitalization.
As our growth rapidly continues, we are seeking dynamic employees to aide in our mission: to provide cost-efficient, quality home care services to the patients entrusted in our care.

REMEMBER WHY WE ARE HERE
We are here to exceed the expectations of our patients, clients, and their families by providing excellent clinical care and premier service
Our patients are our number one concern, and we hire individuals who are passionate about enabling those patients to recover faster, while maintaining and improving their quality of life, in the setting they prefer - at home. As a Physical Therapy Assistant with Amedisys, you will be part of one of the fastest growing segments in the health care market. Our motto, service is our passion, says it all. If you share these goals and values call us today and learn more about joining the Amedisys team!

As a Physical Therapy Assistant at Amedisys you will:
Carry out hands-on treatment, implementation and documentation of patient status for home health patients under the direction of the physical therapist (PT)
Provide valuable input into the patient's care and care treatment
Be provided with a consistent case load
Communicate on a regular basis with the Physical Therapist as to the status, progress, and needs of the patient
Use the most recent and innovative technology in assessing your patient's needs
Gain quality experience in working with a multi-disciplinary team and personal patient interaction.
Spend more time working with patients and making a significant difference in their lives
Have flexibility in your work schedule and autonomy in patient assessments
Be positioned for Career Advancements within Amedisys
Receive excellent Benefits to include a lucrative salary, Continuing Education credits, and specialty rehab programs
Work with team members who share your passion
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS

On or before December 31, 2009, are licensed, registered or certified as a PTA and met one of the two following requirements:
1. Is licensed or otherwise regulated in the state in which practicing; or
2. In states that have no licensure or other regulations, or where licensure does not apply, PTAs have:
graduated on or before December 31, 2009, from a 2-year college-level program approved by the APTA or CAPTE; and
effective January 1, 2010, those PTAs must have both graduated from a CAPTE approved curriculum and passed a national examination for PTAs;

PTAs may also qualify if they are licensed, registered or certified as a PTA, if applicable and meet requirements in effect before January 1, 2008, that is,

they have graduated before January 1, 2008, from a 2 year college level program approved by the APTA; or
on or before December 31, 1977, they were licensed or qualified as a PTA and passed a proficiency examination conducted, approved, or sponsored by the U.S. Public Health Service.

Beginning January 1, 2010, a qualified PTA is a person who is licensed as a PTA by the state in which practicing, and graduated from an approved curriculum for PTAs, and passed a national examination for PTAs

3. Current CPR certification.
4. Must be familiar with general use and functions of the computer, such as, user names and password concepts; internet; e-mail; navigation of computer desktop, including starting programs, using files, and windows, effectively use navigation buttons and tool bars; ability to self-manage online HR services and online training programs.
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State Specific-QUALIFICATIONS
Florida State Specific:
The physical therapist assistant shall be currently licensed in the state, pursuant to Chapter 485, F.S., with at least 1 year of experience under the supervision of licensed physical therapist.

Louisiana State Specific:
Must be supervised by a Physical Therapist

-Pennsylvania State Specific:
PTA to practice with "indirect supervision" must have an approved APPLICATION FORPHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT TO PRACTICE WITH INDIRECT SUPERVSION by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy.

Virginia State Specific:
The physical therapy assistant shall be currently licensed by the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy and shall practice under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
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BUILD CAREERS, NOT JOBS

Promote an environment that fosters continuous learning. Create your own future. Recognize and reward excellence.

Along with a first-rate employee benefits package Amedisys offers its employees continuous learning opportunities and provides them with all the necessary tools and resources to perform their role to its fullest. We encourage rewarding careers and never want to simply offer someone a job. Unique employee programs allow personal and professional growth. At Amedisys, it all starts here with you.
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APPLY directly at: www.amedisys.com
*Amedisys Home Health Services, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V encouraged to apply.
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