Per Diem PTA — Home Health with Sign-On Bonus

Jobtome; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

Amedisys is hiring a Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled therapy in patients' homes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You’ll implement individualized plans to improve mobility, balance, and independence while ensuring safety in the home setting.

The role requires an active PTA license, CAPTE-accredited education, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license, with potential mentoring if under one year of experience.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant in the assigned state.
• Graduate from an accredited physical therapy assistant program per CAPTE.
• One year of related PTA experience for home health care; flexibility for mentoring if less than one year.

Responsibilities

• Provides PT services under supervision of a licensed PT in patients' homes.
• Records patient responses and reports changes to the supervising PT and clinical staff.
• Documents supervisory activities and progress in the medical record.
• Promotes wellness and prevention; coordinates follow-up with home health providers.

Skills

Licensed PTA

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys is hiring a Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled therapy in patients' homes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You’ll implement individualized plans to improve mobility, balance, and independence while ensuring safety in the home setting.

The role requires an active PTA license, CAPTE-accredited education, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license, with potential mentoring if under one year of experience.