Home Health PTA: Restore Mobility & Independence

Blue Ridge Care; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Mission-driven organization

Collaborative team

Job summary

Blue Ridge Independence at Home in Winchester, VA seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our interdisciplinary care team and help participants remain active and independent in their homes. You'll provide treatments under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, assist with mobility exercises, monitor progress, educate families, and support individualized care plans.

Candidates must be a graduate PTA, Virginia PTA license, CPR/BLS, valid drivers license and

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Virginia PTA license in good standing.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Assist participants with therapeutic exercises, strengthening, gait training, balance activities, transfer training, and functional mobility.
• Monitor participant progress and communicate changes in condition or response to treatment.
• Educate participants, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs, mobility techniques, safety practices, and fall prevention.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and support individualized care plans.
• Assist with mobility equipment, adaptive devices, and recommendations that promote independence and safety.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in care planning meetings and contribute to positive participant outcomes.

Skills

Virginia PTA license

CPR/BLS certification

Driver's license

Strong communication

Education

Graduate of accredited PTA program

Job description

Blue Ridge Independence at Home in Winchester, VA seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our interdisciplinary care team and help participants remain active and independent in their homes. You'll provide treatments under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, assist with mobility exercises, monitor progress, educate families, and support individualized care plans.

Candidates must be a graduate PTA, Virginia PTA license, CPR/BLS, valid drivers license and