Contract - PTA - Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant

Nurses Direct, LLC.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance available upon start of assignment

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for home health care in Fort Worth, Texas. This role involves assisting patients in their recovery, observing their progress, and collaborating with therapists to implement treatment plans. The ideal candidate should have at least 1 year of PTA experience in home health. Benefits include health insurance upon assignment start. This opportunity offers a Monday to Friday schedule from 8 AM to 4:30 PM.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as a PTA in a home health setting.
• Ability to educate patients and families on treatment plans and care techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in learning mobility using devices like walkers.
• Observe patients during treatment and report changes.
• Explain exercises and maintain home progress.
• Document treatments and maintain equipment.
• Collaborate with physical therapists to update care plans.
• Supervise physical therapy aides when needed.

Skills

Patient education

Communication

Observation

Collaboration with therapists

Job description

Contract - PTA - Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant

Dallas, United States | Posted on 09/15/2025

Mon-Fri; 8a-430p

Home Visits Therapy

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to implement treatment plans for patients recovering from injuries or illnesses.

Here’s a more detailed breakdown of a PTA’s responsibilities:

• PTAs help patients learn to walk again, using walkers, canes, or other assistive devices as needed.
• PTAs observe patients during treatment, noting any changes in their condition and reporting back to the physical therapist.
• Educating Patients and Families: PTAs explain exercises, proper techniques for activities of daily living, and how to maintain progress at home.
• Administrative and Support Tasks: PTAs document patient treatments, progress, and any relevant information.
• Preparing and Maintaining Equipment: PTAs ensure treatment areas are clean and organized, and that equipment is in good working order.
• Communicating with the Physical Therapist: PTAs collaborate with the physical therapist to modify treatment plans as needed and ensure the best possible care for patients.
• Supervising Aides: PTAs may also supervise the work of physical therapy aides in some settings.

Requirements

• 1 year PTA experience in home health

Benefits

• Health insurance available upon start of assignment.