Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Choice Health at Home; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Choice Health at Home supports licensed physical therapists in delivering rehabilitative care to patients at home in Federal Way, WA. You will implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and adjust activities to improve mobility and daily function.

This full-time role requires graduation from an accredited PTA program, a valid PTA license, CPR certification, and driving.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of accredited physical therapy program and state licensure exam.
• Valid Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• 1 year of home health experience preferred.
• AHA CPR certification.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Valid Auto Insurance.
• HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Patient education

Education

Accredited PTA program

State licensure exam

Tools

HomeCare HomeBase

Job description

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Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Full-Time WA - Federal Way Home Health Branch, Federal Way, WA, US

11 days ago Requisition ID: 6177

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $105,000.00 Annually

About Company:

Therapist Owned and Operated

About the Role:

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..

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) that increases with tenure -1 years - 13 days/1-5 years - 18 days/ 5-15 years - 21 days/15 plus years - 22 days
• Holiday Pay - 7 Holidays Observed: New Year's, Martin Luther King, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
• 401 (K) option with company contribution up to 3% match - vested immediately
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) - Pre-tax savings opportunities

Full-Time

A "full-time employee" is one who is regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week or completes the required productivity points per week as stated in the position agreement. A regular full-

An employee is eligible for Company-sponsored employee benefits beginning the 1st of the month following the completed 30-day probationary period.

Pay-Day

The Company operates a bi-weekly payroll process, paid on Tuesdays (10 days in arrears), normally 26 times annually. If one of the paydays falls on a Tuesday, Company Holiday, the

the employee will be paid on Monday.

Working Hours

To meet the needs of our patients and clients, employee work hours may vary and will be set by each employee’s supervisor, manager, and operating license documentation.

Employees should consult with their supervisors regarding their schedules and time recording procedures. Choice Health at Home, the Company, is open Monday through Friday, office hours

are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (CST).

Mileage

The Company recognizes the use of personal vehicles by personnel for business purposes as part of their employment. The company will reimburse the eligible employee $0.50 per

mile to cover personal care use, auto insurance, depreciation, and gas. Each employee who is eligible for mileage reimbursement from the Company will be required to track and report mileage