Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) Part Time or PRN | Home Health

HealthPro Heritage has an exciting opportunity for a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) to join our Home Health team on a Part Time or PRN basis, serving patients throughout the East Bank, including areas of Jefferson and Orleans Parish.

This role offers the flexibility and autonomy that many clinicians are seeking, along with the opportunity to provide meaningful, one-on-one care in patients' homes.

Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?

Flexible Schedule Enjoy the ability to build a schedule that works for you. This position offers flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance.

No Weekends Required Maintain consistency in your personal time with a schedule that does not require weekend coverage.

Competitive Per-Appointment Pay Earn competitive compensation with a per-visit pay structure that rewards productivity and efficiency.

Mileage Reimbursement Travel between patient visits is supported with mileage reimbursement.

Purpose-Driven Work Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.

Growth Opportunities Take advantage of ongoing learning and development opportunities designed to support your professional growth.

Collaborative Culture Work within a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are valued.

Commitment to Excellence Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and dedication to delivering high-quality patient outcomes.

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can make a meaningful impact on patients' lives while continuing to grow professionally. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across a wide range of care settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home health, schools, and outpatient clinics.

Join a team that values your expertise, encourages your input, and is committed to making a difference in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
• Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
• Documentation: Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible.
• Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.