Home Health PTA — Restore Mobility & Independence

Optum; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled in-home care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You’ll help improve mobility, strength, balance and independence while promoting safety in patients’ homes.

The role requires an active PTA license, CAPTE-accredited program graduation, CPR certification, and willingness to drive to patient locations. Benefits include comprehensive package and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant.
• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• One year of physical therapy experience in home health care preferred.
• CPR certification must be current.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under supervision of a licensed PT.
• Record patient responses and report changes to the supervising staff.
• Promote wellness and coordinate follow-up care.
• Document supervisory activities in medical records.
• Monitor patient progress and participate in care conferences.

Skills

PTA license

CAPTE program graduate

Home health experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

CAPTE accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled in-home care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You’ll help improve mobility, strength, balance and independence while promoting safety in patients’ homes.

The role requires an active PTA license, CAPTE-accredited program graduation, CPR certification, and willingness to drive to patient locations. Benefits include comprehensive package and career development opportunities.