Physical Therapist Assistant (Home Health)

LHC Group; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role offers the chance to build meaningful relationships with patients while providing essential care in a home health setting. With opportunities for continuing education and career growth, you will enjoy the autonomy to make a difference in patients' lives. Join a culture that values trust and belonging, and be part of a mission focused on delivering advanced healthcare solutions. If you are passionate about serving others and want to grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Comprehensive Benefits

Support for Physical and Emotional Wellbeing

Qualifications

• Current license to assist in physical therapy practice.
• CPR certification required for patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatments and provide exercise instruction.
• Educate patients to improve their well-being.

Skills

Patient Education

Exercise Instruction

Therapist-Patient Relationship Building

Education

Current Physical Therapy License

Current CPR Certification

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 value meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other, and the communities we serve. Join us and find a home for your career here.

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you can expect:

1. The ability to build trusted, in-person therapist-patient relationships
2. Continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
3. Independence and autonomy in your role
4. Career growth possibilities

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

Responsibilities

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

Education and Experience

License Requirements:

• Current license, registration, or certification to assist in physical therapy practice in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and access to reliable transportation

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is 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 any other protected characteristic.

We offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

About University Home Health Services

Part of the LHC Group family, we are the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We provide high-quality, cost-effective care that supports patients at home, in hospice, community-based services, and inpatient settings. Our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective healthcare, united by the purpose: It's all about helping people.