Physical Therapist Assistant (Home Health)

LHC Group, Inc.; Dublin (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to deliver quality patient care and education. This role offers independence, career growth, and the chance to build meaningful therapist-patient relationships. Join a culture of caring and make a difference in patients' lives while benefiting from continuing education opportunities.

Qualifications

• Licensed to assist in physical therapy practice.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Dependable vehicle or access to public transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatment and provide exercise instruction.
• Educate patients to improve their well-being.
• Follow established plan of care.

Skills

Patient Education

Therapist-Patient Relationship Building

Independence

Education

Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy

Current CPR certification

Current driver's license and vehicle insurance

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)!

At University Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve. It truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you can expect:

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

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

At LHC Group, we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

University Home Health Services, a part of the LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.