Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant - Full Time

Vetted Solutions; Embarrass Township (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetted Solutions in Minnesota is seeking a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to assess, teach, and deliver therapy interventions in home health settings under physician direction. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, update patient progress, and ensure safe, effective treatment.

The ideal candidate completed an accredited PTA program, holds current state licensure, and demonstrates strong skills in clinical assessment, documentation, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current, unrestricted state licensure.
• Proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation, and compliance.
• Preferred: strong organization, communication, attention to detail, time management, and experience in home health therapy and OASIS documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services following the physical therapist's and physician's care plans.
• Communicate regularly with patients and caregivers regarding treatment and care plans.
• Administer skilled treatments, monitor patient responses, and report observations to supervisors or physicians.
• Assist in pain relief, functional development, and recovery; educate on device usage and rehabilitation techniques.
• Coordinate with other care disciplines, plan discharge, and prepare instructions for patients and families.
• Participate in in-service training, adhere to ethical standards, and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Document patient progress accurately and timely, ensuring continuity of care.
• Maintain consistent attendance, complete credentials promptly, and perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Clinical assessments

Documentation

Compliance

Organization

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Home health experience

OASIS documentation

Education

Accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Job description

Position Overview: A full-time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is sought to assess, teach, and deliver therapy interventions under physician direction, within home health settings. The role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, updating patient progress, and ensuring safe, effective treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services following the physical therapist's and physician's care plans.
• Communicate regularly with patients and caregivers regarding treatment and care plans.
• Administer skilled treatments, monitor patient responses, and report observations to supervisors or physicians.
• Assist in pain relief, functional development, and recovery; educate on device usage and rehabilitation techniques.
• Coordinate with other care disciplines, plan discharge, and prepare instructions for patients and families.
• Participate in in-service training, adhere to ethical standards, and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Document patient progress accurately and timely, ensuring continuity of care.
• Maintain consistent attendance, complete credentials promptly, and perform other assigned duties.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current, unrestricted state licensure.
• Proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation, and compliance.
• Preferred: strong organization, communication, attention to detail, time management, and experience in home health therapy and OASIS documentation.