Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Home Health

Wesleychoice; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults as a Physical Therapist Assistant. In this rewarding role, you'll work under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide essential hands-on support, helping patients regain mobility and independence. Your contributions will enhance the quality of life for individuals in various care settings, including hospice. This is an opportunity to be part of a compassionate team that values your skills and dedication, ensuring that every patient receives the highest level of care in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical and vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

403(b) retirement plan with company match

Food and beverage discount

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Recognition and reward platform

Qualifications

• Current Washington State PTA license required.
• Experience in Home Health and/or Hospice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Monitor and document patient progress, reporting changes to the supervising PT.
• Collaborate with patients and families to promote active participation in care.

Skills

Therapeutic exercises

Gait training

Functional mobility interventions

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Self-motivation

Education

Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Tools

Electronic medical record (EMR) systems

Mobile documentation tools

Job description

As a service organization, Wesley selects employees who bring our mission to promise. When you become a member of the Wesley team, you contribute to the active lifestyle, high quality of care, and other services we provide to older adults at our award-winning communities or other residences. Our workforce is as diverse as our services, which include independent living, assisted living, Catered Living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, home care, and home health.

Our Total Rewards philosophy is a balanced approach that meets the needs of employees on their career journey, whether they are just joining the workforce or nearing retirement. We evaluate our Total Rewards offerings annually to provide benefits employees find meaningful. In addition to competitive wages and a commitment to pay equity, we offer the following benefits and other compensation:

• Medical and vision insurance (full-time and ACA eligible), dental (full-time), and group life insurance (employee only for full-time, excludes part-time and on-call staff), with the option for employees and their families if elected.
• A combined paid time off (PTO) policy that incorporates state paid sick leave with company paid time off at an accrual rate of 0.0607 per hour worked, equivalent to 120 hours of PTO at 2,080 hours worked annually. We also offer 6 Paid Holidays (8 hours for full-time and 6 hours for part-time per event, excludes on-call staff) and 1 Personal Holiday of Choice per year (excludes on-call staff).
• Retirement planning through our 403(b) plan, including a 100% company match on the first 4% of employee contributions, with a 5-year vesting schedule. Minors are ineligible for the company match.
• A food and beverage discount of 50% available at any Wesley bistro. Employees are also eligible for On-Demand Pay with Dayforce Wallet, with parental consent required for minors.
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which is 100% company paid, and grants from the Wesley Community Foundation for qualifying employees.
• A recognition and reward platform called Inspire, where employees can redeem points for merchandise, gift cards, tickets, travel, and experiences.

This summary reflects the most reasonable and genuinely expected benefits and compensation for the posted job. The official Wesley careers website is https://wesleychoice.org/careers/. Wesley is not responsible for third-party job board content. Salary ranges, benefits, and compensation are subject to change.

Enrich the lives of older adults through community, choice, and continuing care in the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) role.

Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the PTA will provide hands-on support to help patients improve mobility, regain independence, and enhance their overall quality of life. This role also supports hospice patients by promoting safety, comfort, and quality of movement in their home environment. Find your sense of belonging at Wesley!

Responsibilities include:

• Implement physical therapy treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional mobility interventions in patient homes.
• Monitor and document patient progress, reporting changes or concerns to the supervising PT.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and caregivers to promote active participation in care.
• Ensure proper use of equipment and assistive devices, educating patients and caregivers as needed.
• Support hospice care goals by promoting patient comfort and minimizing physical distress through gentle interventions.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies and regulations.
• May train patients in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team to support holistic patient care.
• Ensure documentation accuracy and timeliness in the patient’s clinical record.
• Follow established policies and procedures.
• Participate in continuing education to stay informed of trends and maintain licensing requirements.

Requirements and qualifications:

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current and active Washington State PTA license.
• Current CPR & BLS certification.
• Experience in Home Health and/or Hospice preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance.
• Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and mobile documentation tools.
• Kind, patient, and empathetic demeanor.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently in a home setting.
• Comfortable working with patients across the continuum of care, including end-of-life.

Physical, environmental, and mental requirements:

• Ability to listen, understand, and communicate effectively through spoken words.
• Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
• Ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support the body repeatedly or continuously without fatigue.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to function effectively in varied home environments.
• Sensitivity to others' needs and feelings, with a helpful attitude.
• Reliability, responsibility, and dependability in fulfilling obligations.

Salary Range: $33.24 to $44.61 per hour

REQ Code #AZL0930