Physical Therapist Assistant

addus; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Quality Care seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Home Health team in the Columbia, TN area. This full-time role provides one-on-one PT services in patients' homes, helping them recover and maintain independence with a structured plan of care under a licensed Physical Therapist.

We value compassionate caregivers, reliable transportation, and the ability to perform home visits with flexibility for a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program (APTA-approved).
• Current PTA license in the state of practice.
• At least 1 year of PTA experience (preferred).
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct PTA services under licensed PT supervision and plan of care.
• Assist patients with pain relief, function restoration, and mobility.
• Guide therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfers, and functional activities.
• Administer non-complex treatments (ther Ex, massage, modalities).
• Educate and motivate patients to improve functional abilities.
• Observe progress and report to supervising PT.
• Assist with clinical documentation and timely notes.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient communication

Mobility and transfer training

Documentation accuracy

Education

Associate’s PTA degree

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Full-Time | Home Health – Columbia, TN & Surrounding Counties
Transform Lives—One Home Visit at a Time

Are you a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) looking for a career with purpose, flexibility, and real impact? At Tennessee Quality Care, we are seeking a compassionate PTA to join our Home Health team full‑time.

Step beyond the traditional clinical setting and provide one‑on‑one care—helping patients recover, manage chronic conditions, and maintain independence in the comfort of their own homes.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Competitive pay
• Mileage reimbursement
• Monday–Friday schedule (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
• 401(k) with company match
• Supportive, team‑oriented culture

Here, you’re more than a number—you’re a valued part of a team making a real difference every day.

What We Offer

• Positive and collaborative team environment
• Comprehensive benefits effective the first of the month
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match
• Generous paid time off accruals
• Paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral program
• Merit‑based increasesEmployee discount programs
• Work‑life balance

What You’ll Do

• Provide direct physical therapy services under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care and state practice guidelines
• Assist patients in relieving pain, restoring function, and achieving maximum performance
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer activities, and functional mobility tasks
• Administer non‑complex treatments such as therapeutic exercises, massage, traction, and physical modalities (heat, cold, water, and electrical stimulation)
• Instruct, motivate, and support patients in improving functional abilities
• Observe patient progress and report findings to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Assist with clinical documentation and ensure timely submission of notes and progress reports
• Report changes in patient condition to the supervising Physical Therapist and Director of Nursing/Director of Therapy
• Educate patients on the use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program (Associate’s degree in science or applied science) approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
• Current PTA license in the state of practice
• At least one (1) year of experience as a PTA (preferred)
• Current CPR certification
• Ability to perform home visits and provide care in a home environment
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance