Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA

Interim HealthCare Inc.; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Interim HealthCare Inc. in Christiansburg, VA is seeking a compassionate Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide one-on-one therapy in patients' homes across Christiansburg and surrounding areas.

You will work under a Physical Therapist to implement individualized treatment plans for recovery from illness, injury, or surgery. The role offers full-time or PRN schedules with flexible options.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Active PTA license in Virginia.
• Minimum of 1 year PTA experience preferred (home health preferred).
• CPR certification and TB baseline screening required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good clinical judgment and ability to work independently.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout the service area.
• Compassionate, patient-focused, and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based physical therapy services under the direction of a supervising Physical Therapist.
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, stretching, balance training, gait training, and mobility activities.
• Monitor patient progress and report changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Reinforce and carry out individualized treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients and family members on exercises, mobility techniques, safety precautions, and home exercise programs.
• Assist patients in improving strength, endurance, coordination, and functional mobility.
• Document patient visits, progress, and treatment responses accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including RNs, LPNs, CNAs, OTs, and SLPs to support patient goals and continuity of care.
• Maintain compliance with home health regulations and company policies.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Good clinical judgment

Independent work

Team-oriented mindset

Reliability & transportation

Compassionate patient focus

Willingness to travel

Education

Accredited PTA program

Active Virginia PTA license

Job description

Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Christiansburg, Va

Job Title: Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Location: Christiansburg, VA (& Surrounding Areas)

Schedule: Full-Time / PRN (Flexible Scheduling Available)

Pay: $45-$100 per visit depending on visit type + mileage reimbursement

Job Overview:

We are currently seeking a compassionate and skilled Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA to provide personalized, one-on-one therapy services in a home setting throughout Christiansburg and the surrounding coverage areas. This position is ideal for a PTA who enjoys working independently while helping patients regain strength, mobility, balance, and overall functionality in their daily environment.

As a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA, you will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to carry out individualized treatment plans for patients recovering from illness, injury, surgery, or chronic conditions. This role requires travel to patient homes throughout the service area's.

• Provide home-based physical therapy services under the direction of a supervising Physical Therapist
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, stretching, balance training, gait training, and mobility activities
• Monitor patient progress and report changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Reinforce and carry out individualized treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist
• Educate patients and family members on exercises, mobility techniques, safety precautions, and home exercise programs
• Assist patients in improving strength, endurance, coordination, and functional mobility
• Document patient visits, progress, and treatment responses accurately and timely
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including RNs, LPNs, CNAs, OTs, and SLPs to support patient goals and continuity of care
• Maintain compliance with home health regulations and company policies

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program
• Active PTA license in the state of Virginia
• Minimum of 1 year of PTA experience preferred (home health experience preferred)
• CPR certification and TB baseline screening required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good clinical judgment and ability to work independently
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout the service area
• Compassionate, patient-focused, and team-oriented mindset

Why Join Us?

• Flexible scheduling
• One-on-one patient care
• Autonomy and work-life balance
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Online training and CEU opportunities
• Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients’ lives