Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health (San Francisco) - ANX Home Healthcare & Hospice Care
San Francisco, CA
About the Job
About ANX: Founded in 2007 by nurses whose visions for the company are built on client-focused quality care for patients and their families first– ANX is committed to providing expert, reliable care utilizing best practices with an emphasis on community health.
Home Healthcare: We provide physician-ordered skilled nursing and health care services to homebound patients recovering from illness or injury. We have worked with physicians and families in developing custom home care solutions for patients requiring specialists in wound care, diabetes management, cardiac rehabilitation, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, nutritional assessments and dietary counseling.
ANX Hospice Care: ANX also provides 24/7 hospice care for individuals with limited life expectancies or for patients no longer willing to seek aggressive medical treatment. Hospice care is provided by our specially-trained team of health care professionals, including a medical director/physician, medical social worker, skilled nurse, home health aide, spiritual counselor and hospice volunteer.
With these strong values, we are able to partner with multiple insurances, offer an array of services, and have been awarded with:
- Best Places to Work (2017 to 2022) - SF Business Times/Silicon Valley Business Journal
- Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission for meeting rigorous performance standards in delivering quality, safe care
- CMS - Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services Certified
- Health Plan of San Mateo Preferred Partner
- Kaiser Permanente Preferred Partner
- Dignity Health Preferred Post-Acute Care Partner
- 5.0 Star Reviews on Indeed
- 4.6 Star Glassdoor Rating with 95% CEO approval
Benefits Of Joining ANX:
- Earn up to $80 per visit
- Pay-per-visit model
- Strong market competitive compensation plans
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- Paid time off, sick time and holiday pay
- Options for FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits
- Company paid life insurance
- Employee Discount Program
Position Summary:
- Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
- Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
- Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
- Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
- Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in patient's condition.
- Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
- Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient's clinical record in prescribed time frames.
- Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization In-service Education Program.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Current CA Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) or any accrediting body approved by the U.S. Office of Education
- Experience Required: 2 years of physical therapy experience or combination of experience and education
- Experience Preferred: 1 year of home health experience
- Current CPR card for Healthcare Providers
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured and in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order
- Ability to travel in our San Francisco territory with no limitations
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills
- Per Diem basis