Physical Therapist Assistant

Responsible to: Home Health Manager              
Hours: 32 - 40 hours/week
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 hours/day
Pay Range: $27.88 - 41.82

Job Summary:

Function as a member of the Home Care team, providing patient care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in the patient’s place of residence. All care is provided in accordance with physician’s orders. 

Education & License Requirements:

Current licensure in the State of Oregon as a Physical Therapist Assistant required. Valid CPR card required. Current driver’s license, insured vehicle for transportation, and a means of communication required. 

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

Home Health experience preferred, and/or two years of inpatient or outpatient experience. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Follow the plan of care set by the physical therapist, implementing effective therapeutic interventions based on ongoing physical assessment, sound judgment, and psychological sensitivity. 

• Understand the home health and hospice philosophy and provide treatment to dying patients. 

• Utilize current standards of practice and follow departmental policies and procedures. 

• Comply with applicable accreditation and regulatory requirements governing their practice. 

• Maintain a high level of professional expertise and assume responsibility for professional growth and development. 

• Assist physical therapist in their essential job functions.

• Move and transfer patients, meeting safety needs. 

• Administer treatments, working at a fast pace.

• Deliver patient, caregiver, and family education.

• Work independently, using good time management skills.

• Exercise sound judgment.

• Use clinical equipment and take vital signs.

• Apply strong computer skills to complete electronic patient care documentation.

• Communicate clearly and professionally using verbal, electronic, and written skills.     

• Participate in conferences, staff meetings, and in-services.

• Demonstrate strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and delegate as needed.

• Remain flexible and adjust to changes in schedule on a daily basis.

• Perform CPR and respond to emergencies.

• Develop good working relationships with referral sources.

Marginal Job Functions:

Answer phones and perform various clerical duties. Move furniture, equipment, and supplies. Light mechanics and instrument maintenance. Post and access schedule. Perform other duties as assigned.

How to Apply:

Please complete our Employment Application below. You may be asked to verify your email address. Once it is submitted, you will receive a copy via email.

Please direct your transfer request or application to Cascade Health Human Resources.

• Email as an attachment to hr@cascadehealth.org,

• Fax to 541-228-3165

• Mail to 2650 Suzanne Way, Suite 200, Eugene, OR 97408.

If you have any questions, please contact us as 541-228-3127.