Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Do you want a career where your hands-on care helps people walk again, regain strength, and get back to living life on their terms? As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you're not just supporting rehab—you're driving recovery forward. Every session you lead helps someone rebuild mobility, reduce pain, and take real steps toward independence.

Working under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist, you'll turn treatment plans into real-world progress—one patient, one milestone, one success story at a time.

What You'll Do (and Make an Impact Doing It)

• Bring therapy plans to life through guided exercises and hands-on treatment
• Help patients rebuild strength, balance, and mobility after injury or illness
• Use therapeutic tools like ultrasound and electrical stimulation to support recovery
• Track progress and communicate meaningful changes to the care team
• Educate and empower patients and families for long-term success at home
• Create a safe, positive, and motivating therapy environment

Why PTAs Love This Role

• You see progress happen in real time
• You build meaningful connections with patients and families
• You play a direct role in restoring independence and confidence
• Every day brings purpose—you make movement possible again

Responsibilities:

• Assist physical therapists in executing individualized treatment plans for patients with various musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.
• Conduct therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Monitor and document patient responses to treatment, reporting progress and any concerns to the supervising physical therapist.
• Educate patients and their families on exercises, proper use of assistive devices, and strategies to prevent injury or re-injury.
• Maintain a safe and clean treatment environment, ensuring all equipment is properly sanitized and in good working order.

Requirements

• Successful completion of accredited physical therapy program and state licensure exam.
• Valid Physical Therapy Assistant license
• Valid state driver's license
• 1 year of home health experience preferred
• AHA CPR certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Valid Auto Insurance
• HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push up to 100 lbs..

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k You're eligible after 3 months of service/The plan is 100% fully vested immediately /Choice Health At Home contributes 100% of the first 3% you contribute each pay period
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Stipend Mileage Reimbursment