Home Health PTA

Graham Healthcare Group; Jacksonville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Ins.

Fleet Vehicle Program

Generous PTO

Pension Plan + 401K

Paid parental leave

Purdue University partnership up to 90

Job summary

Residential Home Health and Hospice in Jacksonville, IL, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled home health care to patients in their homes within the assigned territory. You will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and travel to patient homes, delivering compassionate, patient-centered therapy.

We offer a $5,000 first-year success bonus and ongoing opportunities to grow with our organization.

Qualifications

• PTA license in the state you work.
• One year of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Ability to spend approximately 20% of your workday driving to and from patient locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside, patient-centered Physical Therapy services in the home health setting under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Support patients in restoring mobility, reducing pain, and maximizing functional independence through therapeutic exercises and gait training.
• Educate patients and caregivers on safe use of mobility devices and monitor progress and changes in condition.
• Ensure thorough, compliant EMR documentation.
• Work independently, but collaborate with the care team.
• Travel to patient homes within the assigned territory.

Education

PTA license

1 year PTA experience

Job description

Care Where You Are: Where Your Work Truly Matters

Residential Home Health and Hospice is a nationally recognized leader in home health and hospice, and a consistent Top Workplace. If you are a clinician seeking autonomy, meaningful patient relationships, and real career growth; this is where you belong.

We are hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant, (PTA) for a Home Health position providing skilled care to patients in their homes in the Jacksonville area. This position is eligible for a $5,000 first year success bonus to reward the accomplishment of key achievements during your first year!

The bonus opportunities extend well beyond your first year. The longer you grow with us, the more we grow your rewards!

What You’ll Do:

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered Physical Therapy services in the home health setting under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Support patients in restoring mobility, reducing pain, and maximizing functional independence through therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer training, muscle re-education, and prosthetic or orthotic support.
• Educate patients and caregivers on the safe use of mobility and assistive devices, while monitoring progress and communicating patient responses and condition changes to the care team.
• Think critically, solve problems in real time, and ensure thorough, compliant EMR documentation
• Work independently, but never alone
• Travel to patient homes within assigned territory

Designed for Success

• Dedicated field education team supporting you from Day 1
• Leadership that listens, mentors, and champions your growth
• A collaborative culture where your impact is recognized and your feedback shapes improvement

Benefits That Support Your Whole Life

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous PTO
• Pension Plan + 401K
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 90% off degrees and certifications through our Purdue University partnership

PTA Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA license in the state you work
• One year of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant and the clinical expertise to deliver quality patient care
• Due to the field-based nature of this home health position, a valid driver’s license and the ability to spend approximately 20% of your workday driving to and from patient locations are required.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

NOTICE: Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is part of our background process, which includes medical and recreational marijuana.