Physical Therapist Assistant PTA (PRN)

Job Description

Job Description

Nurturing Home Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Home Health team on a PRN basis.

The PTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide therapeutic services that help patients improve mobility, restore function, reduce pain, and maximize independence within their homes.

The ideal candidate is patient-focused, highly organized, and committed to delivering quality care while supporting patients throughout their rehabilitation journey. This role requires strong communication skills, clinical competence, and the ability to work independently in a home health environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments as prescribed by the supervising Physical Therapist and physician.
• Implement individualized treatment plans designed to improve mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and functional independence.
• Observe, document, and report patient responses to treatment and progress toward established goals.
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer training, and mobility activities.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, safety techniques, and injury prevention strategies.
• Communicate effectively with Physical Therapists regarding patient progress and treatment outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the agency's electronic medical record system.
• Monitor patients for changes in condition and report concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist and healthcare team.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and case conferences as needed.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare regulations, agency policies, and professional practice standards.
• Promote patient safety, dignity, and independence during all interactions.
• Manage assigned patient visits efficiently while maintaining exceptional standards of care.

Required Qualifications

• Current and active Texas Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) License .
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Minimum of one (1) year of Physical Therapist Assistant experience.
• Strong knowledge of physical therapy treatments and rehabilitation techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in a home health setting.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and proof of automobile insurance.
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Home Health experience.
• Experience working with geriatric, orthopedic, neurological, or medically complex patients.
• Familiarity with Medicare Home Health regulations and documentation requirements.
• Experience with EMR systems such as WellSky (Kinnser) or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of OASIS-related home health processes.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Experience providing therapy services within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong patient education and caregiver training experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel regularly throughout the assigned service area.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach throughout the workday.
• Ability to safely assist patients with transfers, ambulation, and therapeutic exercises.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds with appropriate assistance when necessary.
• Ability to operate therapy equipment and perform hands-on patient care activities.
• Ability to use computers, tablets, and mobile devices for documentation and communication.
• Visual acuity sufficient to observe patient movement, assess physical abilities, and review clinical documentation.
• Manual dexterity required to demonstrate exercises, assist with mobility tasks, and complete documentation.
• Ability to work in a variety of patient home environments.

Compensation & Visit Structure (1099)
• This is a PRN, per-visit position

• Visits approximately 45 minutes
• Different rates based on documentation turnaround