Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

Well Care Health; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for growth and development

Job summary

Well Care Health is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver exceptional home health care to patients in their homes. This role involves nursing tasks such as medication administration, monitoring patient conditions, and working closely with healthcare teams to ensure quality care.

Applicants should have an Associate Degree from an accredited program, licensure in NC/SC, and at least six months of experience. Benefits include competitive salary, medical benefits, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Licensed in the state (NC/SC) and CPR certification are required.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in home health care.
• Essential physical requirements include lifting over 50 lbs and transferring over 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care including medication administration and wound care.
• Monitor patients’ conditions and assist in developing personalized care plans.
• Administer prescribed physical therapy treatments to patients.

Skills

Knowledge of PT procedures

Ability to interact professionally with patients

Manual therapy techniques

Education

Associate Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant – Home Health

We’re seeking a compassionate, dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to provide exceptional home‑health care in patients’ homes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care, including medication administration, wound care, and treatments.
• Monitor patients’ conditions, report changes, and assist in developing personalized care plans.
• Educate patients and families on health management, medications, and self‑care techniques.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure highest quality care for each patient.

Primary Job Duties

• Administers prescribed physical therapy treatments to patients at all life stages.
• Assists with program development and discipline‑specific operations.
• Communicates and documents information in accordance with agency policies and discipline guidelines.
• Contributes to program effectiveness.
• Organizes and performs work effectively and efficiently.
• Maintains and adjusts schedule to enhance agency performance.
• Demonstrates daily commitment to the values of the agency.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations with all agency members.
• Maintains and promotes customer satisfaction.
• Effectively demonstrates the mission, vision, and values of the agency.

Job Specifications

• Education: Associate Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Licensure / Certifications: Licensure in the state (NC/SC) and CPR certification.
• Experience: Minimum 6 months.
• Essential Technical / Motor Skills: Knowledge of PT procedures, equipment use, patient transfer, manual therapy techniques.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact professionally with patients, families, and physicians.
• Essential Physical Requirements: Standing/walking, lifting >50 lbs, transferring >100 lbs, repeated reaching, bending, stooping; occasional sitting and fine motor tasks.
• Essential Mental Abilities: Apply PT principles, develop treatment programs, prioritize duties, learn new skills, use technology.
• Essential Sensory Requirements: Adequate vision and clear communication.
• Exposure to Hazards: Noise, congestion, communicable disease, blood‑borne pathogens, patient assault, improper body mechanics, hazards.
• Hours of Work: 40‑hour work week, variable Monday‑Friday schedule, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Population Served: Adolescents, adults, geriatrics.
• Transportation: Valid North Carolina driver’s license and operational vehicle.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) with matching contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunities for growth and development.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Well Care Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.