Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Home Health

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Organization VHCS Clinical - Therapy Job Summary Provides physical therapy treatment to patients who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes with minimal guidance from a Physical Therapist. Actively collaborates with the health care/educational team to meet patient care, outcomes and system improvement objectives. Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Home Health Vanderbilt Health Home Care Services Schedule Monday-Friday, flexible full-time daytime hours Service area Greater Nashville and surrounding Middle Tennessee communities – Williamson & Rutherford Job Summary Vanderbilt Health is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide home health physical therapy services throughout Nashville, TN, and surrounding Middle Tennessee communities. This full time home health role offers flexible weekday hours, one-on-one patient care, and the opportunity to help patients improve mobility and regain independence while working with the support of a nationally recognized health system. This role is ideal for Physical Therapist Assistants seeking flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful patient impact in the home health setting. Benefits Competitive hourly pay (not pay-per-visit) Mileage reimbursement Flexible schedule Ongoing education and professional development Supportive team environment Opportunity to work with a trusted, nationally recognized health system Responsibilities Provide home health physical therapy treatments in patients' homes. Carry out individualized treatment plans developed by supervising Physical Therapists. Promote mobility, functional independence, and home safety. Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and safe mobility strategies. Document care accurately and timely in EMR systems. Collaborate with Physical Therapists, RNs, physicians, and other interdisciplinary care team members. Travel throughout the assigned home health service area. Qualifications Required Active Tennessee Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license. Minimum of one year of PTA experience (home health experience not required). Strong communication and patient-care skills. Ability to work independently in the home setting. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record. Preferred Experience with EMR systems. Home health or outpatient rehabilitation experience. Strong understanding of functional mobility and rehabilitation techniques. Who Thrives in This Role Physical Therapist Assistants seeking a flexible home health schedule. Clinicians who enjoy one-on-one patient care. PTAs who value autonomy and meaningful patient impact. Self-directed professionals comfortable managing daily schedules. PTAs who prefer the home health setting over inpatient or outpatient environments. Key Responsibilities Applies appropriate, evidence-based interventions to ensure effective outcomes based on the treatment plan of the primary clinician. Provides education and employs strategies to promote successful return to home, community, and school/vocational environments. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. Technical Capabilities Rehab PTA/COTA Patient Documentation (Novice): Demonstrates sufficient proficiency in communicating functional impact of assessment findings, treatment interventions, treatment planning diagnosis, and disease process. Considers the communication needs/level of understanding of audience and may share appropriate information/literature. Treatment Implementation (Fundamental Awareness): Demonstrates proficiency in providing treatment consistent with physician prescription and established plan of care. Able to modify treatment plan as needed to demonstrate provision of skilled therapy services including progression of treatment throughout course of care, and revision of treatment interventions of goals not met. May supervise and direct certified athletic trainers (PT only), physical therapist / occupational therapist assistants, technicians and volunteers and students. Selects and follows correct protocol for care and utilize evidence based treatments. Rehabilitation Patient Education (Fundamental Awareness): Demonstrates proficiency in communicating functional impact of assessment findings, treatment interventions, diagnosis , and disease process. Able to assist the therapist in planning for the discharge needs of the patient. Will adapt communication to needs/level of understanding of audience and share appropriate information/literature. May participate in providing educational experiences and professional development activities. Core Accountabilities Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems. Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job. Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co-workers. Core Capabilities Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others; Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities. Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues’ priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas. Communicates Effectively: Opens shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services: Serves Others with Compassion; Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service. Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner. Offering Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality: Performs Excellent Work; Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates Accountability; Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding how personal actions will impact departmental resources. Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation: Generates New Ideas; Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day‑to‑day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work. Position Qualifications Certifications: Lic‑Physical Therapy Assistant – Tennessee Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level: Less than 1 year Education: Associate’s This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well‑being and professional growth. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr