Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Home Health - Full Time First Shift

Valley Health; Mount Jackson (VA); On-site; USD 67,135,958 - 100,719,091; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero‑deductible health plan

Dental and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement savings match

Employee assistance program

Healthy U wellness program

Health savings account

Job summary

Valley Health in Mount Jackson, Virginia area is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant for home health services. Under supervision of a physical or occupational therapist, you will support skilled patient care, document in electronic records, and contribute to an interdisciplinary team.

Your work focuses on improving safety and functional independence, with a range of patient ages and diagnoses, while adhering to licensure, billing, and departmental guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• CNA or equivalent training preferred.
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills; ability to document accurately in electronic records.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality PTA services under supervision to improve safety and functional independence.
• Participate in an interdisciplinary team to address patient needs in home health.
• Document patient progress and communicate with care team using electronic records.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Interacting with patients

Discipline-specific interventions

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

CNA or equivalent training preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Laptop documentation

Job description

Job Description

New hires may be eligible for relocation assistance and a sign‑on bonus of up to $5k.

As a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), the employee supports the overall mission and vision of Valley Health by providing high‑quality, best‑practice services to customers. The PTA may be employed in a home‑health setting, and under the direction of a supervising physical or occupational therapist, is an active interdisciplinary team member. The PTA supports treatment to address skilled and medically necessary patient needs and provides discipline‑specific, therapist‑guided interventions to improve safety and functional independence through the rehabilitation process. Feedback from the PTA is critical to recommend patient progression through the continuum of care and to maintain discipline‑specific competence. The PTA is mindful of fiduciary responsibilities and delivers services efficiently while complying with licensure, documentation, and billing guidelines. The home health agency relies heavily on technology; email is a primary means of communication, and the PTA will use a laptop to complete documentation in an electronic record. The patient population varies widely across spectrums of acuity, age, and diagnosis. The employee also maintains a working knowledge of departmental, hospital, and organizational initiatives and updates, staying current with communications such as email in a professional and timely manner.

Department: HOME HEALTH - 207151

Worker Sub‑Type: Regular

Work Shift: First Shift (United States)

Pay Range: $23.43 – $35.15 per hour

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistant required; CNA or equivalent training preferred.

Certification & Licensures

• Virginia/West Virginia licensure or transitional license (PT/OT) required at time of hire.
• BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) – American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) – AHA approved required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• West Virginia licensure or eligibility may be required depending on geographical area assigned.

New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.

Qualifications

Basic computer and keyboarding skills; participation in computer training within the first year of employment is expected. Competence in interacting with patients, including age‑specific competencies, and proficiency in providing discipline‑specific interventions is required.

Physical Demands

Physical demands consistent with a therapist’s role.

Benefits

• Zero‑deductible health plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Retirement savings match
• Employee assistance program for emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U – an incentive‑based wellness program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account and flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, and professional development. Additional perks include discounts to on‑campus dining.