Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) (11220)

Summit Home Care & Hospice; Bridgetown (OH); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Summit Home Care and Hospice is seeking an experienced Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our Home Health team. The PTA will visit patients at home, provide rehabilitation exercises, and educate families. Local office training may be provided, with remote options for some activities.

Position requires Ohio PTA licensure, an associate degree, and willingness to travel within roughly a 30-mile radius. Compensation includes per-visit pay, with training/orientation pay, and a $10,000 sign-on

Qualifications

• Associate Degree required from an accredited institution.
• Active PTA license in Ohio.
• Willingness to travel to patients' homes.
• Experience in physical therapy/rehabilitation preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, flexible environment.
• Compassionate, empathetic patient care.
• Excellent teamwork with PT and ALF staff.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises to restore mobility and strength.
• Administer modalities (e.g., electrical stimulation, ultrasound) to reduce pain and swelling.
• Coordinate with the care team to implement rehabilitation plans.
• Develop and adjust PT programs based on patient progress.
• Monitor and communicate patient progress to the PT.
• Reassess patient progress and modify care plans as needed.
• Provide training on assistive devices (crutches, canes, prosthetics).
• Document patient care and progress for charting and PT review.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Rapport building

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Leadership

Travel willingness

Education

Associate Degree in Science/Applied Science

PTA License in Ohio

Job description

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Summit Home Care and Hospice is searching for an experienced and motivated

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Summit Home Care and Hospice is searching for an experienced and motivated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our Home Health team. At Summit, we believe healthcare should be personal, compassionate, and delivered where it matters most - at home.

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

• Hours: Monday - Friday; Standard Business Hours
• Work Setting: On the Road for Patient Visits & Training at the Local Office or Remotely
• Territory: ~30-Mile Radius (Mileage Reimbursed)
• Pay per Visit: $40-$50 per Visit + Hourly Rate for Training/Orientation
• Location: Bridgetown, OH + West Cincinnati and Surrounding Areas

Responsibilities

• Work directly with patients on therapeutic exercises designed to help regain full mobility, strengthen their muscles, and improve coordination.
• Administer various physical modalities, such as soft tissue massage, electrical muscle stimulation and ultrasounds, to help relieve pain, improve circulation, and decrease swelling in the muscles.
• Collaborate with other team personnel to achieve well-rounded care.
• Develop and implement physical therapy programs that focus on rehabilitation.
• Evaluate effects of therapy treatment and communicate patients' progress.
• Observe and reassess a patient's progress so they can modify the plan of care as needed.
• Share necessary information with the Physical Therapist (PT) if/when adjustments need to be made.
• Ensure that their patients receive personalized care.
• Provide training for using assistive devices, such as crutches, canes, or prosthetics.
• Record and document patient care services and progress.
• Keep the Physical Therapist (PT) up to date on the patient's progress and ensure they know which aspects of the treatment are working or need adjustments to help determine the best path forward.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Science or Applied Science from an Accredited Institution.
• Active PTA License in the state of Ohio.
• Must be willing to travel to patients' homes to provide care.
• Previous experience in physical therapy, rehabilitation, or other areas preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to build rapport with in-home patients, Physical Therapist (PT) and Assisted Living Facility (ALF)/Independent Living Facility (ILF staff), as necessary.
• Work in a fast-paced, flexible work environment.
• Must be able to handle the physical workload with kindness, compassion, and empathy.
• Strong leadership qualities.

Why Summit?

We offer a well-rounded benefits package to support you both at work and at home. Full-time team members have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with extras like life and disability insurance, FSAs/HSAs, telehealth services, and a 401(k) with company match. Part-time employees are also eligible for many of these great benefits. We also offer paid time off, six standard holidays each year plus a bonus day to celebrate your birthday, paid sick time, and free continuing education (CEUs) for full-time and part-time staff. Because our roles involve travel, we provide mileage reimbursement based on current fuel costs. To make your day-to-day easier, we also provide AI-assisted clinical documentation to help streamline charting and reduce administrative time.