Physical Therapist Assistant

Northern Light Home Care and Hospice

Department: Home Health - Aroostook County

Position is located: Northern Light Home Care and Hospice Presque Isle

Work Type: PRN


Work Schedule: Variable

Summary:


The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for providing physical therapy services to a designated group of patients in their homes. The Physical Therapist Assistant performs physical therapy treatments based on the evaluation and treatment plan developed by and under the direction of a licensed physical therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant uses their professional and clinical judgement in all aspects of care which includes administration of therapeutic exercise, general strengthening/coordination/endurance and ambulation/training, application of all therapeutic modalities and use of electrical equipment. The Physical Therapist Assistant confers and collaborates with patients and family as well as the multidiscipl...