Home Health PTA — Travel & Growth Opportunities

Elara Caring; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401(K) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our home health team. You will deliver direct therapy per the Plan of Care, under supervision of a PT, travel within the branch coverage area, and help patients regain function in their homes.

The role requires graduation from an accredited PTA program and an active PTA license; 6+ months' experience is preferred. We offer tuition reimbursement and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program approved by the American Therapy Association.
• Current, unrestricted PTA license valid for the state of work.
• 6+ months experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services per Plan of Care and physician orders.
• Follow Plan of Care as established by the Physical Therapist and report changes to the PT.
• Instruct patients and families in use of prosthetic/orthotic devices and home therapy programs.
• Assist with patient positioning, transfers, and mobility within home care setting.

Skills

Licensed PTA

Travel 50%

Patient care

Lifting up to 50 lb

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our home health team. You will deliver direct therapy per the Plan of Care, under supervision of a PT, travel within the branch coverage area, and help patients regain function in their homes.

The role requires graduation from an accredited PTA program and an active PTA license; 6+ months' experience is preferred. We offer tuition reimbursement and comprehensive benefits.