In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri; Dexter (MO); Remote; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri seeks a skilled Physical Therapy Assistant to provide in-home physical therapy services under physician orders. You will work with a PT and care team to deliver prescribed therapy, document patient progress daily, and ensure proper equipment maintenance.

Candidates must hold a Missouri PTA license, have reliable transportation, and pass background checks. Experience is preferred and lifting 50 pounds is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Missouri PTA License.
• Must have reliable transportation and proof of automobile insurance.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Minimum of 1 year experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and sit for long periods.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a plan of treatment with direct patient services.
• Schedule visits with PT/TCM and inform patient if changes are needed.
• Record patient responses to therapy and submit daily visit notes.
• Maintain documentation and care coordination.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and ensure equipment is cleaned/maintained.
• Make referrals for other disciplines as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Home health

Education

Missouri PTA License

Job description

Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri seeks a skilled Physical Therapy Assistant to provide in-home physical therapy services under physician orders. You will work with a PT and care team to deliver prescribed therapy, document patient progress daily, and ensure proper equipment maintenance.

Candidates must hold a Missouri PTA license, have reliable transportation, and pass background checks. Experience is preferred and lifting 50 pounds is required.