Physical Therapy Assistant, PTA

Affinity Home Health Care Inc; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity Home Health Care Inc is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled services under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in patients' homes across Saint Petersburg, Florida.

You will guide patients through therapeutic exercises, gait training, mobility activities, and device instruction, document progress, and communicate with the care team to support safe, effective care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program with an associate degree in science or applied science.
• Current PTA certification or licensure as required by state law.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license with a reliable, insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Delivering physical therapy interventions to promote pain relief, functional maintenance, and safe performance.
• Guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, gait training, mobility activities, and device instruction.
• Utilizing physical agents such as heat, cold, ultrasound, and massage in accordance with guidelines.
• Monitoring patient responses, reporting progress or changes, and documenting clinical notes accurately.
• Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and participating in care discussions, meetings, and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree in PTA

PTA certification/licensure

CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

Join a compassionate healthcare team as a Physical Therapy Assistant, providing skilled services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities Include

• Delivering physical therapy interventions to promote pain relief, functional maintenance, and safe performance.
• Guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, gait training, mobility activities, and device instruction.
• Utilizing physical agents such as heat, cold, ultrasound, and massage in accordance with guidelines.
• Monitoring patient responses, reporting progress or changes, and documenting clinical notes accurately.
• Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and participating in care discussions, meetings, and quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program with an associate degree in science or applied science.
• Current PTA certification or licensure as required by state law.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license with a reliable, insured vehicle.

Key skills include: compassionate care, teamwork, adherence to legal and safety standards, and ability to support patients’ comfort and mobility.