Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

Optum; New Chapel Hill (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS HomeCare - Tyler, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement treatment plans, provide exercise instruction, and educate patients to enhance well-being. The role emphasizes collaboration with supervising PTs within a home-care setting.

Responsibilities include guiding patients through exercises, documenting responses, and coordinating care with the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• Available to work a weekend rotation.
• Preferred CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Follow state-specific laws governing home care PT, perform only supervised tasks, and adjust the plan of care as directed by the supervising PT.
• Instruct and assist patients with active and passive exercise, gait, mobility, transfers, and ADLs.
• Monitor and report patient responses to treatment to the supervising PT and other health team members.
• Educate patient, family, and caregivers on therapy scope and safety within home settings.
• Adapt to diverse home environments and patient needs regardless of background.

Skills

PTA licensure

Driver's license

Weekend rotation

Job description

CHRISTUS HomeCare - Tyler, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement treatment plans, provide exercise instruction, and educate patients to enhance well-being. The role emphasizes collaboration with supervising PTs within a home-care setting.

Responsibilities include guiding patients through exercises, documenting responses, and coordinating care with the healthcare team.