Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Home Health

Pruitthealth Corporation; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

PruittHealth Corporation in Georgia is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for Home Health to deliver care in patients' homes under a PT's supervision. This position features a new pay-per-point model with top industry pay.

You will help develop and implement the plan of care with the physician and interdisciplinary team, and maintain accurate documentation at the point of care. Applicants must have a PTA license valid in the state, graduate from an accredited PTA program, and have at least two

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid PTA license in the state of practice.
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Foreign-trained PTA must have credential evaluation showing equivalence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plan of care development and implementation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and physician to tailor care.
• Support home-based therapy and assess patient function.
• Maintain documentation accurately at the point of care.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, regulations, and agency guidelines.
• Meet productivity standards and manage time efficiently.

Skills

Driver's license

2+ years therapy experience

Automobile liability insurance

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant – Home Health (2609273)

Special consideration for applicants who currently live in or commute to Jasper & Newton County, GA.

Home is where the heart is! That's why PruittHealth @ Home is committed to caring for our patients and residents, and to providing our employees with a rewarding career.

New Pay Per Point Model – Top pay in the industry

Our Compensation Plan links compensation to visits that require greater effort, allowing clinicians to earn more based on the work they perform.

Job Purpose

Provide physical therapy treatments to PruittHealth Home Health patients in their place of residence under the supervision of a physical therapist.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and implementation of the plan of care within goals defined by the physician, patient/family and interdisciplinary team.
• Help maintain continuity of care by collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and attending physician to develop, integrate, and manage the patient care plan.
• Demonstrate intermediate knowledge of home care and competence in discipline-specific patient care skills required for the provision of care.
• Meet agency productivity standards and utilize time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Complete documentation timely, accurately, and at the point of care, in accordance with industry standards.
• Assist the physical therapist in assessing the physical disability and level of function of patients.
• Maintain current license, certification, and clinical records to meet federal, state and agency regulations and guidelines.
• Participate in center/agency surveys (Licensure / JCAHO) and any subsequently required reports.
• Report any alleged or suspected violations to supervisor and/or others until the issue is resolved.
• Be self‑directed, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.

Benefits

Clinicians have access to top-of-the-market pay structures with unlimited income potential, a progressive benefit plan, mileage reimbursement, opportunities for career growth, additional pay incentives, and flexible schedules.

Licensure, Certification and Education Requirements

• Must have a valid and unrestricted professional license in state of practice.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• If foreign‑trained, the program must be deemed substantially equivalent to a Physical Therapist Assistant entry‑level education in the U.S. by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the APTA.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ therapy experience.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Prior Home Health experience is preferable.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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