Physical Therapy Assistant

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to implement treatment plans under supervision, serving patients across all ages. The role emphasizes communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams, along with data collection and progress monitoring.

The position includes preparing documentation, discharge planning support, and promoting evidence-based practices while fostering collaboration and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Must have an associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited program.
• Current licensure as a PTA in good standing; BLS certification.
• BLS must be obtained within 90 days if not already certified.
• Preferred experience as PTA or Physical Therapy Aide/Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Self-assess and pursue ongoing professional development.
• Communicate effectively with patients, healthcare team members, and families.
• Question, identify problems, analyze data, and implement solutions.
• Assist with data collection, exercise and treatment programs, and monitor progress.
• Prepare documentation and assist in discharge planning; promote evidence-based practices.
• Support student training by completing assessments and promoting education.
• Foster collaborative relationships, actively listen, and embrace change.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Problem solving

Clinical documentation

Education

Associate degree from CAPTE-accredited program

Job description

Role Overview:

Implements physical therapy treatment plans under supervision, serving patients across all ages.

Responsibilities include:

• Self-assessing and sharing knowledge through ongoing professional development.
• Effective communication with patients, healthcare team members, and families.
• Logical questioning, problem identification, data analysis, and solution implementation.
• Supporting student training by completing assessments and promoting education.
• Fostering collaborative relationships, actively listening, and embracing change.
• Assisting with data collection, conducting exercise and treatment programs, and monitoring patient progress.
• Preparing documentation, aiding in discharge planning, and promoting evidence-based practices.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited program.
• Preferred experience as a Physical Therapy Aide or Assistant.
• Current licensure as a PTA with active and good standing, plus BLS certification.
• Must obtain BLS within 90 days if not already certified.