Physical Therapist Assistant

Right at Home; Mountain Brook (AL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Supportive culture

Paid training

Recognition programs

Job summary

Right at Home is seeking a Hybrid Quality Care Coordinator / PTA to blend hands-on patient care with care coordination in home settings. You will develop and update client care plans, assess home safety, support families, and ensure alignment with PT recommendations while supervising in-home care teams.

A strong clinical and business judgment, plus reliable driving, are required. Join a team that values patient-centered experiences, ongoing paid training, and opportunities for advancement across

Qualifications

• Education: Associate Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Ability to work independently with sound clinical and business judgment.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced office/home care setting.

Responsibilities

• Care Coordination: Develop and update comprehensive client care plans with families and referral sources.
• Clinical Oversight (PTA): Assess home safety and support functional mobility goals in line with PT recommendations.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct in‑home supervisory visits to ensure high-quality care.
• Scheduling & Continuity: Manage client care needs to ensure consistency of services.
• Office & Team Support: Maintain a calm, positive demeanor and assist with on‑call duties outside office hours.

Skills

Independent work

Clinical judgment

Multitasking

Education

Associate Degree in PTA

Job description

About the Role

Are you looking for a unique, challenging role that combines your clinical PTA expertise with care management? Are you passionate about person-centered care and committed to creating extraordinary experiences for clients and families? If so, Right at Home has the perfect opportunity for you!

We are seeking a Hybrid Quality Care Coordinator / Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). In this role, you will split your time between clinical, hands‑on patient care and administrative care coordination. You will be responsible for creating extraordinary client experiences, managing "best in home care" care plans, and utilizing your physical therapy background to optimize client functional mobility and safety at home.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Highly competitive rates based on experience, PTA licensure, and location.




• Health Benefits: Medical benefits, including vision and dental (availability determined by individual franchise locations).




• Culture: A supportive, positive working culture with great team interactions.




• Growth: Ongoing PAID training and professional development.




• Recognition: Regular celebrations, rewards, and team-building events.

Key Responsibilities

• Care Coordination: Develop, maintain, and update comprehensive client care plans; communicate effectively with clients, families, care partners, and medical referral sources.




• Clinical Oversight (PTA): Utilize your physical therapy assistant background to assess client home safety, contribute to functional mobility goals, and ensure care plans align with physical therapy recommendations.




• Quality Assurance: Conduct routine and unscheduled in‑home supervisory visits to observe caregivers and ensure safe, high‑quality, and meaningful care is delivered.




• Scheduling & Continuity: Manage and schedule client care needs to ensure strict continuity and consistency of care.




• Office & Team Support: Maintain a calm, positive demeanor in a fast‑paced office environment, multitask efficiently, and assist with shared on‑call responsibilities outside of normal office hours.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent (Associate Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant program required).




• Skills: Ability to work independently, demonstrate sound clinical and business judgment, and multitask effectively.




• Logistics: Valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and reliable use of an insured automobile.




• Availability: Flexibility to assist with on‑call duty rotation as required.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance




• Health insurance




• Opportunities for advancement




• Paid time off




• Referral program