Empathetic Home Health PTA - Restore Mobility

Compassus; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Compassus is seeking a skilled Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver hands-on therapy in patients' homes under the direction of a Physical Therapist. You will help patients regain strength, mobility, and independence while maintaining safe, effective therapy in the home setting.

The role requires an Associate degree in Physical Therapy and an unencumbered PTA license, with a preference for 1 year of home health experience. A National Provider BLS certification within 30 days is preferred.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate degree Physical Therapy from an institution of higher learning accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
• Required: Current, unencumbered (State Employed) License as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Preferred: 1 year of PTA experience in a home care or rehabilitation setting.
• Preferred within 30 days of hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association (Vendor Managed)

Responsibilities

• Delivering quality therapy services by implementing treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist and providing timely documentation.
• Demonstrating clinical competency across age groups and identifying factors requiring referrals.
• Maintaining accurate documentation meeting agency standards for care, billing, and reimbursement.
• Managing caseload autonomously under PT supervision and scheduling home visits.
• Coordinating with interdisciplinary team members to support effective home care.
• Providing consultation and training in other settings when required and ensuring licensure/certification upkeep.

Education

Associate degree Physical Therapy

Job description

Compassus is seeking a skilled Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver hands-on therapy in patients' homes under the direction of a Physical Therapist. You will help patients regain strength, mobility, and independence while maintaining safe, effective therapy in the home setting.

The role requires an Associate degree in Physical Therapy and an unencumbered PTA license, with a preference for 1 year of home health experience. A National Provider BLS certification within 30 days is preferred.