Physical Therapy Assistant, PTA

Seacrest Behavioral Health; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Ongoing training

Work-life balance support

Job summary

Seacrest Behavioral Health seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a home health, patient-centered role. You will deliver individualized therapy under a licensed therapist, assist with exercises, gait training, balance, and mobility, and educate patients and caregivers.

Applicants should have PTA program graduation, a current license or certification, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. Comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Current license or certification as PTA.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized physical therapy under a licensed therapist's guidance, assisting with therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, and functional mobility.
• Educate patients and caregivers, monitor progress, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, participate in care coordination, and uphold clinical standards.

Skills

Strong patient-first mindset

Excellent communication

Time management

Compassion

Motivation to engage patients

Education

Graduation from accredited PTA program

Current PTA license or certification

CPR certification

Valid driver's license

Job description

We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a home health, patient-centered role.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering personalized physical therapy services under a licensed therapist's guidance, assisting with therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, and functional mobility.
• You will educate patients and caregivers, monitor progress, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, participating in care coordination, and upholding clinical standards are essential.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program
• Current license or certification
• CPR certification
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation

Skills & qualities:

• Strong patient-first mindset
• Excellent communication
• Time management
• Compassion
• Motivation to engage patients and contribute to their recovery

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health coverage
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Ongoing training
• Work-life balance support

This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact through hands-on patient care in a supportive, collaborative environment.