Home Health PTA — Flexible Schedule & Growth

Pinnacle Home Care; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CEUs for licensure

Referral program

Top workplace recognition

Flexible scheduling

Professional development

Job summary

Pinnacle Home Care in Florida seeks a Full Time Physical Therapist Assistant to support patients at home, develop care plans with the physical therapist, and help patients regain independence.

You will document progress, participate in patient education, and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure safe and effective discharge planning. A Florida PTA license and BLS are required. New grads are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Licensed PTA in Florida with current BLS certification.
• Reliable transportation with valid driver's license and insurance.
• One year of home healthcare experience preferred (new grads welcome to apply).
• Experience with electronic medical records is a plus.
• Strong physical stamina and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating and developing patient care plans and conducting periodic reassessments.
• Document clinical and daily progress notes for PT review and submission.
• Perform therapeutic exercises and assist patients with self-help devices.
• Instruct patients and families on therapy exercises alongside the PT.
• Monitor and report adverse drug reactions or ineffective therapies to the PT.
• Observe, document, and report clinical findings to the PT and physician as needed.
• Coordinate with PT and nursing staff on patient discharge plans and summaries.
• Educate health team members and families to support patient care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with agency policies.

Skills

Home healthcare experience

EMR experience

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant program

Florida PTA licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Pinnacle Home Care in Florida seeks a Full Time Physical Therapist Assistant to support patients at home, develop care plans with the physical therapist, and help patients regain independence.

You will document progress, participate in patient education, and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure safe and effective discharge planning. A Florida PTA license and BLS are required. New grads are welcome to apply.