Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant - Travel

Elara Caring; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education opportunities

401(K) with employer match

Paid time off

Holidays

Family and pet bereavement

Pet insurance

Job summary

Elara Caring is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant in Connecticut for in-home care. You will deliver direct therapy under supervision, follow the Plan of Care, and educate patients and families on devices and home programs.

The role involves travel up to 50% to patient homes, with a focus on quality of care, safety, and adherence to guidelines. A PTA license and graduation from an accredited program are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program approved by the American Therapy Association.
• Current, unrestricted PTA license valid for the state of work.
• Able and willing to travel 50% to patient homes within branch coverage area.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct physical therapy services per standards of practice and physician orders.
• Follow Plan of Care under supervision of Physical Therapist and report changes promptly.
• Instruct patients/families on prosthetic/orthotic/assistive devices and home therapy program.
• Work in a potentially high-stress, body mechanics demanding environment.
• Ensure quality of care and continuity of services.

Skills

Travel 50%

Education

Accredited PTA program

PTA license (unrestricted)

Job description

Elara Caring is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant in Connecticut for in-home care. You will deliver direct therapy under supervision, follow the Plan of Care, and educate patients and families on devices and home programs.

The role involves travel up to 50% to patient homes, with a focus on quality of care, safety, and adherence to guidelines. A PTA license and graduation from an accredited program are required.