Physical Therapist Assistant

LHC Group, Inc.; New Port Richey (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant in New Port Richey, Florida. The role involves building relationships with patients, providing treatment, and educating them under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Join a team that values caring and professional growth, with opportunities for continuing education and flexible scheduling.

Benefits

Continuing education opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Career growth possibilities

Qualifications

• Licensed to assist in physical therapy practice in Florida.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid driver's license and access to transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatment and educate patients to improve their well-being.
• Instruct and assist patients with exercises and daily living activities.
• Document patient responses and coordinate care with the healthcare team.

Skills

Patient Education

Exercise Instruction

Communication

Education

Current license for physical therapy practice

Current CPR certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Physical Therapy Assistant.

At Mederi Caretenders, part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We value the meaningful connections with patients, their families, our colleagues, and the communities we serve. Join us to find a home for your career.

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you can expect:

• The ability to build trusted in-person therapist-patient relationships
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Flexible scheduling and autonomy
• Career growth possibilities

Bring your passion for serving others and your drive for delivering better, more advanced healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment, provides exercise instruction, and educates patients to improve their well-being, following the established plan of care.

• Follow all state-specific laws governing physical therapy in home care, perform only procedures qualified and trained for, and recommend changes to the supervising PT.
• Instruct and assist patients with active and passive exercises, muscle re-education, gait, functional activities, activities of daily living (ADL), transfers, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observe, document, and report patient responses and condition changes to the supervising PT, nurse, or physician. Coordinate care with the healthcare team as appropriate.
• Educate patients, families, caregivers, and team members within your scope of practice.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Current license, registration, or certification to assist in physical therapy practice in your state.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review our benefits here: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Mederi Caretenders, part of the LHC Group family, is a preferred provider for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care across home health, hospice, community services, and inpatient care. Our shared purpose is: It's all about helping people.