Physical Therapist Assistant (Home Health)

Proforma Health; Los Cerrillos (NM); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Proforma Health provides in-home physical therapy services to elderly and disabled patients. The Physical Therapist Assistant will implement individualized care plans under supervision, lead prescribed exercises, and support mobility and fall prevention while educating patients and families.

The role requires precise documentation and strong teamwork to ensure safe, coordinated care across the patient’s home.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow care plans and prescribed exercise instructions.
• Strong communication and patient/family education skills.
• Attention to detail for accurate documentation.
• Team-oriented mindset and collaboration with healthcare providers.
• Commitment to safety, professionalism, and client independence.

Responsibilities

• Work under supervision of a Physical Therapist to implement individualized care plans
• Lead and assist with prescribed exercises to improve mobility and function
• Support mobility, balance, and fall-prevention efforts
• Educate patients and families on safe techniques and at-home support
• Document patient visits and progress accurately and according to policy
• Collaborate with nurses, caregivers, and other team members to ensure coordinated care
• Maintain high standards of safety, respect, and compliance during all interactions

Skills

Follow care plans

Exercise instruction

Patient education

Documentation

Team collaboration

Safety focus

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant

Provides in-home therapeutic services to elderly, chronically ill, and disabled patients.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to implement individualized care plans
• Lead and assist with prescribed exercises to improve mobility and function
• Support mobility, balance, and fall-prevention efforts
• Educate patients and families on safe techniques and at-home support
• Document patient visits and progress accurately and according to policy
• Collaborate with nurses, caregivers, and other team members to ensure coordinated care
• Maintain high standards of safety, respect, and compliance during all interactions

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to follow care plans and prescribed exercise instructions effectively
• Strong communication and patient/family education skills
• Attention to detail for accurate documentation
• Team-oriented mindset and collaboration with healthcare providers
• Commitment to safety, professionalism, and client independence