Home-Visit Physical Therapist Assistant – Flexible & Impactful

Elara Caring; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ambient listening

Autonomy

One-on-one visits

Competitive pay

Insurance plans

401K matching

PTO

Pet bereavement

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide high-quality home-based care during hourly visits. You will travel within the branch coverage area and support patients in their homes, following Plan of Care under supervision of a Physical Therapist.

This role offers autonomy with one-on-one patient visits, a competitive hourly wage, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. A valid PTA license and ability to travel up to 50% are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant 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.
• Able and willing to travel within branch/office coverage area.
• Must have a dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
• Must be able and willing to travel 50%.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct physical therapy services in accordance with accepted standards of practice and certified by the patient’s physician to ensure quality and continuity of care.
• Follows Plan of Care as established by Physical Therapist/being supervised by the Physical Therapist and immediate reporting of any changes in status back to Physical Therapist.
• Adheres to the State Practice Act Guidelines.
• Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to physician’s orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
• Incorporates patient care goals established in the Plan of Care, into therapy care.
• Instructs patients and/or their families in the appropriate and safe use of prosthetic, orthotic and assistive devices (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.).
• Instructs the patient and/or caregiver in the therapy home program

Skills

PTA license

Travel 50%

Patient care

Documentation

Education

PTA degree

State license

Job description

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide high-quality home-based care during hourly visits. You will travel within the branch coverage area and support patients in their homes, following Plan of Care under supervision of a Physical Therapist.

This role offers autonomy with one-on-one patient visits, a competitive hourly wage, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. A valid PTA license and ability to travel up to 50% are required.