Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant

Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Contract

Location: Easton, MD: Patients’ homes within the branch service territory

Main Office: Salisbury, MD

Schedule

• Days: Monday–Friday
• Hours: Typically 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (varying based on patient schedules)
  
  

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide high-quality rehabilitative care in patients’ homes. This role involves traveling to multiple patient residences each day within the assigned service area and working closely with a supervising Physical Therapist to support patient recovery and mobility goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients in their homes as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist
• Implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and overall functional ability
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional mobility activities
• Monitor patient progress and report observations, outcomes, and concerns to the Physical Therapist
• Document all treatments, patient responses, and progress accurately and timely per agency and regulatory requirements
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety precautions, and use of assistive devices
• Maintain a daily travel schedule and manage time effectively to meet patient care needs
• Adhere to infection control, safety standards, and home health best practices
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Current, active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel daily within the service territory
• Ability to travel to multiple patient homes per shift
  
  

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to work independently in a home-based care environment
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
  
  

Dress Code

• Navy blue scrubs or
• Navy polo shirt with khaki pants
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Yes — Daily travel required
• Visits to multiple patient homes per day within the branch’s coverage area
  
  

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