Physical Therapist Assistant, Home Health

• Provide physical therapy services according to the treatment plan established by the Physical Therapist
• Help patients work toward therapy goals that improve mobility, function, and independence
• Monitor patient progress and promptly report changes in condition or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Educate patients and caregivers on home therapy programs and techniques to support continued progress
• Teach patients and families how to safely use assistive devices, including canes, walkers, wheelchairs, prosthetics, and orthotics
• Deliver safe, high-quality therapy services in accordance with physician orders, clinical standards, and state practice guidelines
• Support patients throughout the West Houston market and surrounding communities, with assignments determined by clinician location and business needs

• Current, unrestricted PTA license valid for the state of work
• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the American Therapy Association
• 6+ months experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferred
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
• Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations

Demonstrates expertise in providing physical therapy services, including patient education and the safe use of assistive devices. Capable of monitoring patient progress and adhering to clinical standards while delivering high-quality care.

• Current PTA License
• Accredited PTA Program Graduate
• Patient Education
• Assistive Device Training
• Patient Progress Monitoring

• Physical Therapy Services
• Mobility Improvement
• Function Enhancement
• Independence Support
• Patient Positioning
• Patient Transfer
• Therapy Goal Achievement
• Home Therapy Program Education
• Clinical Standards Compliance
• Weight Support Techniques

• Communication
• Empathy
• Team Collaboration
• Patient Support
• Problem Solving

• PTA License

• Physical Therapy
• Patient Care
• Clinical Standards
• State Practice Guidelines
• Home Health Care

• Assistive Devices
• Canes
• Walkers
• Wheelchairs
• Prosthetics
• Orthotics