Physical Therapy Assistant: Growth & Autonomy in Home Health

Pennant Services; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

All County Home Health & Hospice in the Greater San Antonio area is seeking a physically fit Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver therapy under the direction of a licensed PT and the physician's plan of care. The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and adherence to state licensing requirements.

You will guide patients through active and passive exercises, administer therapeutic modalities, and document progress in the clinical record, contributing to a team that values autonomy

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with an Associate's degree in science or applied science approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Current certification or license as required by state law.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with insured vehicle and in good working order.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Utilizes physical agents, including heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• Observes and reports patient reactions to treatment to the physical therapist and organizational personnel.
• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• Maintains necessary records and clinical notes in the patient’s chart.
• Participates in Home Care Team meetings and Inservice Education Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Direct patient care

Therapy instruction

Team collaboration

CPR certification

Education

Associate's degree in science (PTA)

Licensed/certified as required by state law

CPR certification

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

All County Home Health & Hospice in the Greater San Antonio area is seeking a physically fit Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver therapy under the direction of a licensed PT and the physician's plan of care. The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and adherence to state licensing requirements.

You will guide patients through active and passive exercises, administer therapeutic modalities, and document progress in the clinical record, contributing to a team that values autonomy