What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant position at Eden Health (Home Health, Hospice, Home Care)?
Company Description Eden Health is a 100% employee-owned, licensed, and bonded organization providing skilled Home Health, Hospice, Home Care/Private Duty, and Palliative Care services. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, the company serves communities across Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming. Eden Health focuses on delivering compassionate, high-quality care in the comfort of patients’ homes, supporting individuals and families through a range of health needs and stages. Team members benefit from an ownership culture that emphasizes collaboration, professional growth, and commitment to patient-centered care.
Role Description The Physical Therapist Assistant role at Eden Health is a full-time, on-site position located in Libby, MT. The Physical Therapist Assistant will support licensed Physical Therapists by implementing treatment plans, assisting with therapeutic exercises, and monitoring patient progress in home and community settings. Day-to-day responsibilities include providing hands-on care, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, communicating changes in patient status to the supervising Physical Therapist, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team. The role also involves educating patients and caregivers on exercises, safety, and home programs to promote functional independence and quality of life.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated skills in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, including implementing treatment plans and assisting with therapeutic interventions.
- Ability to deliver Quality Patient Care and Patient Care that is safe, compassionate, and aligned with established clinical standards.
- Experience or coursework in Orthopedics, particularly in supporting patients with musculoskeletal conditions and functional mobility needs.
- Active state license or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Montana, or eligibility to obtain it prior to start date.
- Knowledge of home health or hospice care practices and familiarity with interdisciplinary team collaboration.
- Strong communication, documentation, and time-management skills, with the ability to work independently in patients’ homes.
- Capacity to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting, transferring, and supporting patients safely.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel locally to patient homes as required.