Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant PTA - Care Coordination

Company: Empowerme Wellness
Location: Independence
Posted on: April 8, 2025

Job Description:

Overview:

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Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Care Coordination Program

Physical Therapy + Care Coordination: The Best of Both Worlds!
We're looking for Physical Therapy Assistants to support our innovative new care coordination program! This opportunity empowers you to practice at the top of your license, while giving you the chance to branch out into care coordination duties designed to standardize your hours and grow your career. All this plus truly flexible scheduling, amazing benefits, and the ability to make a huge difference in the lives of seniors!

Incentive Opportunities

For some leadership positions at EmpowerMe Wellness, we offer financial incentive opportunities tied to performance. Be sure to ask your recruiter to learn more!

Responsibilities:

The Opportunity
We are hiring a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team and work with the residents of a senior living community that offers one or more of the following care settings: independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Therapy services for the residents at this community are covered by private insurance and/or Medicare Part B.

As a PTA, you will be responsible for:

Providing physical therapy and wellness services for older adults under the supervision of a PT as part of a multidisciplinary team
Support care coordination efforts by conducting regular wellness checkpoint visits with patients, communicating with patients' providers and caregivers, and assisting patients with attending telehealth visits
Maintaining professional practices and ethical standards in accordance with company-wide policies and clinical initiatives
Contributing to program development, quality improvement, and problem-solving
Assist with optimizing each patient's functional well-being and satisfaction

Your Schedule
While our clinics typically operate 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, our flexible scheduling lets you craft a schedule that's suited to your unique lifestyle!

Our Amazing Benefits

All Employees Get:

Fun at Work, a Team You'll Love, and a Culture You Can Stand Behind!
401(k) Eligibility with Opportunity for Matching Funds
Amazing Career Advancement and Cross Training Opportunities
Recognition Programs
Employee Assistance Program

Part-Time Employees Also Get:

Voluntary Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft, Pet Protection)

Full-Time Employees Also Get:

Full Benefits, including HSA, FSA, and Life & Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft, Pet Protection)
Flexible Paid Time Off

You're Our Perfect Fit If...
You're energetic, dedicated, and hard-wired to help others - especially seniors. You want to make a difference in the world and help others lead fuller, healthier lives. You want more than just a job---you seek a calling - a mission you can feel great about. And you want a support system to ensure your career ascends to the highest of heights.

Plus, you have the following:

Completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program (New Grads Welcome)

Current PTA state licensure

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

A results-oriented mindset with a dash of critical thinking

Tech-savvy skills - quick learners are our favorite kind!

Professional curiosity and a knack for finding solutions

Come be a part of our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of seniors. Apply today!

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About EmpowerMe Wellness
EmpowerMe Wellness is on a mission to improve the lives of seniors and the communities they call home! We provide fully integrated healthcare to senior living communities nationwide, offering on-site care coordination, therapy, and pharmacy services. Our experienced team of more than 3,500 clinicians and professionals provide personalized health and wellness solutions that lead to healthier, happier tomorrows! To learn more about us, visit empowerme.com today.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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