Physical Therapist Assistant PRN PTA

Devotion Hospice; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Devotion Hospice seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support licensed physical therapists in delivering rehabilitation care in Kingfisher, OK. The PTA will implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and adjust activities to optimize recovery, focusing on mobility, pain reduction, and functional restoration.

The role involves working with patients and families to educate on exercises and use of assistive devices, while maintaining safety and infection control in a home health setting.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Must pass state licensure exam and hold PTA license.
• Prior home health experience preferred.
• CPR certification (AHA) required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists in implementing individualized treatment plans.
• Conduct therapeutic exercises and modalities under supervision.
• Monitor and document patient responses and progress.
• Educate patients and families on exercises and assistive devices.
• Maintain a safe, clean treatment environment and sanitize equipment.

Skills

CPR certification

Communication

Patient education

Mobility assessment

Education

Accredited PTA program

State licensure exam

PTA license

Tools

HomeCare HomeBase

AHA CPR certification

Driver's license

Auto insurance

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant PRN PTA

PRN OK - Kingfisher Home Health Branch, Kingfisher, OK, US

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) plays a critical role in supporting licensed physical therapists in delivering high-quality rehabilitative care to patients recovering from injury, surgery, or managing chronic conditions. This position involves implementing treatment plans designed by physical therapists, monitoring patient progress, and adjusting therapeutic activities to optimize recovery outcomes. The PTA works closely with patients to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function through therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and the use of specialized equipment. Effective communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team is essential to ensure coordinated care and patient education. Ultimately, the PTA contributes significantly to enhancing patients' quality of life by facilitating their return to daily activities and independence.

Responsibilities:

• Assist physical therapists in executing individualized treatment plans for patients with various musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.
• Conduct therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Monitor and document patient responses to treatment, reporting progress and any concerns to the supervising physical therapist.
• Educate patients and their families on exercises, proper use of assistive devices, and strategies to prevent injury or re-injury.
• Maintain a safe and clean treatment environment, ensuring all equipment is properly sanitized and in good working order.

Requirements

Successful completion of accredited physical therapy program and state licensure exam.

Valid Physical Therapy Assstant license

1 year of home health experience preferred

AHA CPR certification

Valid Driver's License

Valid Auto Insurance

HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods.

Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push up to 100 lbs..