Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA (Home Health)

LHC Group, Inc.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role offers the chance to build meaningful relationships with patients while delivering high-quality healthcare. You will have the independence to manage your responsibilities and opportunities for career growth. The company values diversity and inclusion, providing a supportive environment for all employees. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives and want to grow in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Health and Wellness Benefits

Qualifications

• Current license to practice physical therapy in the state.
• Current CPR certification and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatment and provide exercise instruction to improve patient well-being.
• Educate patients and coordinate care with healthcare team members.

Skills

Patient Care

Exercise Instruction

Communication Skills

Team Coordination

Education

Physical Therapy License

CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA, LPTA).

At MS HomeCare, part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust, fostering meaningful connections with patients, families, colleagues, and communities. Join us to find a home for your career.

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you can expect:

• The opportunity to build trusted, in-person therapist-patient relationships
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Independence and autonomy in your role
• Career growth possibilities

Bring your passion for serving others and your drive for delivering high-quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment, provides exercise instruction, and educates patients to improve or enhance their well-being, following the established plan of care.

• Follow all state-specific laws governing physical therapy in home care, perform only procedures qualified and trained for, and make recommendations for plan of care changes to the supervising PT.
• Instruct and assist patients with active and passive exercises, muscle re-education, gait, functional activities, activities of daily living (ADL), transfers, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observe, record, and report patient responses and condition changes to the supervising PT, nurse, and/or physician. Coordinate care with healthcare team members as appropriate.
• Educate patients, families, caregivers, and other healthcare team members within the scope of practice for a PTA.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Current license, registration, or certification to practice physical therapy in the state.
• 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 other protected characteristics.

We offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review our comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Mississippi HomeCare of Hattiesburg, part of the LHC Group family, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care through home health, hospice, community-based services, and inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals. Our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective healthcare, united by a shared purpose: It's all about helping people.