Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Home Health

Job Description

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping patients remain independent and comfortable  are looking for PTAs who are passionate about patient care, committed to professionalism, and excited to build meaningful relationships with our wonderful clients. We would love for you to join our growing family!

This position is contingent and paid per visit
, with orientation and additional training compensated at a separate hourly rate. We offer competitive pay
, bi-weekly payroll
, and direct deposit
.

We are seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes on an intermittent basis. Under the supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist, the PTA will play a key role in helping patients improve mobility, strength, and independence while remaining safely in their home environment.

As a PTA at No Place Like Home Health, you will use your clinical knowledge and compassionate approach to help patients live as independently as possible while receiving high-quality, personalized care.

• Provide physical therapy services as delegated by and under the supervision of a Physical Therapist (PT).
• Assist in patient evaluations, development of rehabilitative plans of care, and periodic re-evaluations.
• Perform routine strengthening and therapeutic exercises and assist patients with self-help and adaptive devices.
• Educate patients and family members on prescribed exercise programs and therapy techniques.
• Observe, document, and report patient responses to treatment and any changes in condition to the PT and physician.
• Identify and report potential adverse drug reactions, allergies, or contraindicated medications.
• Complete accurate clinical documentation, daily progress notes, and periodic summary reports within 48 hours for PT review.
• Participate in discharge planning and assist with completion of Physical Therapy Discharge Summaries.
• Communicate outcomes of home visits and physical findings to the PT in written form.
• Instruct home health aides, family members, and other care team personnel on appropriate therapy-related activities.
• Attend rehabilitation staff meetings and case conferences as required.
• Coordinate weekly visit schedules with the Supervisor or Clinical Manager.
• Maintain professional development through continuing education, workshops, and professional involvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising PT, Registered Nurse Case Manager, or Nursing Supervisor.

• Ability to travel to and access patients’ homes, which may not be wheelchair accessible.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and assist with moving patient weight up to 250 pounds.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in the State of Michigan
  .
• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  , or an equivalent program recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Successful completion of the national Physical Therapist Assistant examination.
• Current CPR certification (online certifications not accepted).
• Must pass a criminal background check.

• Contingent position
  , paid on a per-visit basis
• Orientation and additional training paid at a separate hourly rate
• Competitive wages
• Bi-weekly pay
• Direct deposit

Work Location:

In person

No Place Like Home Health is a veteran owned, small, independent business providing non-medical personal care and companion care services. Services are provided through coordinated care and support for clients and their families, No Place Like Home Health enables individuals to remain in the safety and comfort of their own home environments for as long as possible. No Place Like Home Health also serves clients transitioning back home from an assisted living setting or from a hospital, nursing home, or rehabilitation facility.