Empower Mobility: Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant

Socket.dev; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) match

PTO

Job summary

VitalCaring is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide hands-on, client-centered care in patients' homes. You will work one-on-one with clients, delivering skilled PTA services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

In this field-based role, you’ll help patients regain mobility, balance, and independence, following personalized plans of care and educating families on safe exercises and home programs. Valid PTA license and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current PTA license or certification as required by state law.
• 1+ year experience preferred; home health is a plus.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct physical therapy services under licensed PT direction.
• Follow individualized plans of care to improve mobility and function.
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait, balance, and daily living.
• Support transfers, strengthening, and activities of daily living.
• Use modalities such as heat, cold, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety, and assistive devices.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Time management

Motivation & empathy

Education

PTA license

Job description

VitalCaring is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide hands-on, client-centered care in patients' homes. You will work one-on-one with clients, delivering skilled PTA services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

In this field-based role, you’ll help patients regain mobility, balance, and independence, following personalized plans of care and educating families on safe exercises and home programs. Valid PTA license and CPR are required.