Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – PRN - Home Health Tyler, TX

BrightStar Care of Tyler/Longview; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

BrightStar Care of Tyler/Longview is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team in Longview, Texas. This part-time position involves providing individualized home health care to patients in their residences under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities include implementing the plan of care, guiding therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and ensuring safe home environments.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited PTA program.
• Active Texas PTA license.
• Ability to deliver PTA care under supervising PT according to plan of care.
• Strong communication skills and patient-centered approach.
• Good organization, time management, and documented note-taking.

Responsibilities

• Implement physical therapy interventions per supervising PT's plan of care.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises to improve strength, endurance, flexibility, and mobility.
• Provide gait, balance, and coordination training to reduce fall risk.
• Assist patients with transfers, bed mobility, and navigating home environments.
• Instruct patients on safe use of walkers, canes, and other devices.
• Observe patient progress and report changes to supervising PT.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Time management

Patient-centered care

Education

Accredited PTA program

Texas PTA license

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - PRN - Home Health

Tyler, TX | $30-$34 per hour

Help patients build strength, regain confidence, and move more safely at home.

BrightStar Care of Tyler & Longview is seeking a compassionate, dependable Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team in Longview, Texas. This Part time home health position offers the opportunity to provide individualized care and help patients improve their mobility and ability to perform everyday activities.

You will work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, implementing an established plan of care and collaborating with our nurse-led team to support patients' recovery at home.

Position Details

Job Type: Part Time

Compensation: $30-$34 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Care Setting: Home health-care provided in patients' residences

Service Area: Longview and surrounding communities

Clinical Supervision: Licensed Physical Therapist

What You'll Do

• Implement physical therapy interventions according to the supervising PT's established plan of care.

• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises to improve strength, endurance, flexibility, and functional mobility.

• Provide gait, balance, and coordination training to support safer movement and reduce fall risk.

• Assist patients with transfer techniques, bed mobility, and navigating their home environment.

• Instruct patients in the safe use of prescribed walkers, canes, and other assistive devices.

• Observe patient performance and response to treatment, reporting changes, concerns, or barriers to the supervising PT.

• Identify and communicate home safety concerns that may affect treatment or recovery.

• Collaborate with the PT, nurses, and other care team members to support continuity of care.

What We're Looking For

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.

• Current, active Texas Physical Therapist Assistant license.

• Ability to deliver care within the PTA role and follow the supervising PT's plan of care.

• Strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach.

• Good organization, time management, and attention to documentation.

• Confidence working in patients' homes while maintaining communication with the supervising PT and care team.

• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel between patient homes.

• Home health experience preferred.

Who Will Do Well in This Role?

A PTA who enjoys one-on-one patient care, adapts treatment delivery to the home environment, and builds respectful relationships with patients and caregivers. Dependability, sound observation skills, and timely communication are essential.

Why Join Our Team?

Make a direct impact on patients' daily lives and independence.

Provide personalized care in a meaningful home health setting.

Collaborate with a licensed Physical Therapist and nurse-led care team.

Build ongoing relationships with patients and caregivers throughout recovery.

BrightStar Care of Tyler & Longview is an equal opportunity employer.