Physical Therapist Assistant - HH - Spokane, WA
Company: Assured Home Health
Location: Spokane
Posted on: November 3, 2025
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Job Description:
The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) performs
treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education
aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while
following the established plan of care. - Under the supervision of
a Physical Therapist, is at all times responsible to follow all
state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in
home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the
Physical Therapist; to perform only those procedures that he/she is
qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations
for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical
Therapist. - Following the plan of care, instructs and aids
patients in evidence based treatment within the scope of the
physical therapy assistant and according to the state laws
governing physical therapy assistants. - Observes, records, and
reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the
physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the
patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the
healthcare team as appropriate. - Instructs patient, family,
caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas
of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant. -
Visits patients within the entire service area of their respective
agency and other nearby LHC agencies as needed - According to Plan
of Treatment; complete a progress note for each visit and submits
progress notes per LHC policy. - Schedule flexibility is needed in
this role to ensure we provide care to the patient as needed.
Requires the ability to participate in a weekend rotation and
potential availability on observed holidays to ensure we are
meeting the demands of our patients. - Participates in staff
conferences and committees as requested by the agency. - Adheres to
LHC Therapy Standards of Practice in provision of services to all
patients. - All other duties as assigned. - Preceptor (Only upon
designation by manager and HR) - Upholds the mission, vision, and
values of the organization through effective precepting and
leadership. - Provides direction, guidance, coaching, and support
to new hires during the field training phase of orientation,
educating them on clinical skills, documentation requirements,
compliance with regulatory standards, and the use of organizational
tools such as EMRs and mobile technology. - Encourages the
development of critical thinking and independence, fostering
self-efficacy in new hires to confidently and effectively perform
their roles. - Creates an environment conducive to learning and
determines appropriate patient care assignments - Manages workload
to allow appropriate time for teaching and learning activities,
including formal and informal feedback. - Maintains accurate
records of orientation and training activities, including use of
Competency Assessment/Peer Review and New Hire Weekly Assessment
forms. - Reports regularly to agency leadership and clinical mentor
on preceptee progress, training outcomes, and any identified
challenges. License Requirements - Current licensed, registered, or
certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of
practice. - Current CPR certification is required. - Current
driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable
vehicle or public transportation. Preceptor Designation
Requirements - Minimum 1 year tenure with the company AND 1 year of
prior professional clinical experience in home health service line.
- Current performance appraisal with ratings of meets expectations,
above average expectations, and/or exceeds expectations in all
areas of responsibility. - Proficient in key competencies and
standards of practice for their role, including but not limited to:
Bag Technique, Infection Control, Wound Care, Medication
Reconciliation, HHCAPHS Measures, Sync time less than 24 hours,
Productivity greater than 90% - Current with all assigned and
mandatory learning - Experience in working collaboratively across
multiple disciplines - Knowledgeable of rules and regulations
relevant to Home Health service line
Keywords: Assured Home Health, Spokane , Physical Therapist Assistant - HH - Spokane, WA, Healthcare , Spokane, Washington
