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

Valley Health; Strasburg (VA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Valley Health is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support home health services under the supervision of a physical or occupational therapist. You will contribute to an interdisciplinary team, address skilled patient needs, and document progress in electronic records from a laptop as part of daily duties.

New hires may receive relocation assistance and a sign-on bonus up to $5k. The role includes standard benefits and requires licensure in VA/ WV with AHA-BLS certification

Qualifications

• Associate PTA degree required; CNA preferred.
• Virginia/West Virginia licensure required at time of hire.
• BLS Certification for Healthcare Provider required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• AHA certification required before orientation.
• West Virginia licensure may be required depending on area assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA services in home health under supervision.
• Collaborate with physical/occupational therapists and care team.
• Document patient progress and maintain electronic records.
• Address skilled and medically necessary patient needs with therapist-guided interventions.
• Ensure licensure, documentation, and billing guidelines are followed.

Skills

Computer skills

Patient interaction

Discipline-specific interventions

Education

Associate degree in PTA

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.