Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

HealthPro Heritage; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

HealthPro Heritage is seeking a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to support patients in Guilford, CT and surrounding areas. The PTA will assist therapists, implement treatment plans, and document patient progress in an EMR system.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting with active state licensure or eligibility and strong communication skills to educate patients and families. This role offers a flexible PRN schedule in a collaborative care setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required for PTA.
• Current state PTA licensure or license eligible.
• Strong assessment, manual therapy, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists; provide direct patient care.
• Monitor patient progress and document outcomes; educate patients and families on treatments.
• Accurately document treatments, progress, and responses in the EMR system and facility policies.
• Collaborate with PTs, healthcare professionals, and staff for coordinated patient care.

Skills

Assessment skills

Therapy planning

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assisting

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Overview

HealthPro Heritage is looking for another great Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team in Guilford, CT and surrounding areas!

• Home Health - All Adults
• Flexible PRN Schedule - Build your own!
• One agency, One EMR, One partnership; This role supports a strong and ever growing partnership with Masonicare Home Health.

Compensation:

• Point Base Rate: $40-$48 per point

Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
• Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
• Collaborative Culture:Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
• Commitment to Excellence:Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
• Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
• Documentation: Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible
• Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.