What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at Heartland Home Health?
Restore Mobility. Build Strength. Improve Lives at Home.
Covering Gladwin, Clare, Beaverton, Houghton Lake, and West Branch territories.
At Heartland Home Health, a Gentiva company, we believe every day is an opportunity to deliver personalized, meaningful care in the setting that matters most—home.
We provide high-quality, skilled rehabilitation services that restore physical function and improve lives—one visit at a time.
What You’ll Do as a Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant:
- Provide rehabilitative physical therapy under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, following each patient’s individualized Plan of Care.
- Assist patients with exercises and mobility techniques to improve strength, balance, coordination, and endurance.
- Document patient status, observations, and care provided promptly and thoroughly.
- Monitor progress and collaborate with the Physical Therapist to adjust the plan as needed.
- Demonstrate exercises or therapy techniques for caregivers, home health aides, or family members who will assist the patient.
- Encourage patients and promote independence and safety in the home.
- Deliver care in alignment with federal and state guidelines and professional standards.
- Build trusting relationships with patients and their families to support consistent, high-quality care.
Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:
- Graduate of an accredited two-year Physical Therapy Assistant program.
- Licensed, certified, or registered PTA as required by applicable state law.
- In states without specific licensure requirements, must be a graduate of an accredited PTA program.
- Current CPR certification required.
- Strong interpersonal and documentation skills.
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
Preferred Experience (Not Required):
- 1 year of experience in home health, hospital, or outpatient rehab setting
- In-home rehab services
- Geriatric or orthopedic rehabilitation
- Collaboration in interdisciplinary care teams
Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- National & Local Recognition Programs
- Teammate Assistance Fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
- Generous Paid Time Off 7 Paid Holidays
- Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
- Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
- Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
Ready to Make a Lasting Impact Through Movement?
Apply now to become part of our Home Health Therapy team and help patients achieve their goals and live better—right at home.
- This is a safety-sensitive position
- Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
- Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
- We are proud to be an EEO employer
- We maintain a drug-free workplace
At Heartland Home Health, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:
- Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
- Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
- Home health care: Heartland Home Health
- Advanced illness management: Illumia Health
With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.
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