What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant – Home Health - Covington, GA position at Precision Technology?
Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant – Home Health
Location: Covington, GA
Shift: Day 5x8-Hour (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Start Date: 04/06/2026
Job Duration: 13 weeks
Department: Home Health – Physical Therapy
Job Overview: Provides in-home physical therapy support for adult and geriatric patients. Home visits and periodic office meetings required. Must have reliable transportation, a current driver’s license, and agency-required liability insurance. Average 5–6 patients per day performing start-of-care and follow-up visits.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with patient assessments and implement physical therapy plans under the direction of a licensed PT.
- Document patient progress, including OASIS, evaluations, reassessments, discharge planning, and short- and long-term goals.
- Provide patient and family education to support independence and functional outcomes.
- Apply time management to meet daily productivity expectations.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Home Health or related outpatient/home therapy settings.
- PTA license required.
- CPR/BLS certification required.
- Proficiency in HomeCare HomeBase, OASIS, and Outlook EMR systems.
- Must be willing to travel up to 75 miles from home clinic.
- First-time home health PTAs not accepted; recent home health experience required.