What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Health position at Ozark Physical Medicine Center for Operations?
Are you a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant who loves helping people regain their strength, improve mobility, and return to the activities they enjoy? Do you want a career where you can build meaningful relationships with patients and make a real difference in the comfort of their own homes? As part of our home health program, you'll work under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist to help patients improve their mobility, build confidence, and achieve their functional goals. You'll have the opportunity to provide personalized care, encourage progress, and celebrate the everyday victories that make recovery so rewarding.
Your Role as a Home Health PTA
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Provide physical therapy interventions according to the established plan of care and under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
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Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfers, balance activities, and functional mobility.
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Help patients improve strength, coordination, endurance, and the ability to perform daily activities safely.
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Reinforce home exercise programs and educate patients and caregivers on safe mobility techniques and fall prevention.
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Observe and report patient progress, changes in condition, and concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist and appropriate healthcare team members.
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Document patient visits, treatment provided, and responses to therapy accurately and timely.
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Collaborate with the healthcare team to support patient goals and continuity of care.
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Promote patient safety, comfort, dignity, and independence during every visit.
What We're Looking For
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Current, active Missouri Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license.
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Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
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Strong communication, organization, and patient-care skills.
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Compassionate, dependable, and motivated to help patients achieve their goals.
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Ability to work independently within the PTA scope of practice while following the supervising Physical Therapist's plan of care.
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Valid driver's license, and ability to travel to patients' homes.
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Previous home health experience preferred, but PTAs with experience in other clinical settings are encouraged to apply.