Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Home Health - Full Time

Encompass Health; Ocean Springs (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient rehabilitation through mobility and functional improvement. This role requires a licensed PTA to deliver care under supervision, contributing to a collaborative environment that values professional growth and ethical practice.

Benefits

30 days PDO – Up to 6 weeks

Continuing education opportunities

Scholarship program for employees

Matching 401(k) plan

Comprehensive insurance plans

Flexible spending account plans

Incentivized bonus plan

Qualifications

• Must be a currently licensed PTA in the state of employment.
• Possess a valid state driver's license.
• Have dependable transportation in good working condition.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients with physical impairments under the direction of Physical Therapists.
• Assist individuals to improve mobility and function for daily living.
• Use physical modalities in the treatment process.

Skills

Patient care

Mobility assistance

Communication

Education

Licensed PTA

Job description

Overview

Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice.

As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. We’re committed to expanding what’s possible for patient care in the home, all while fostering a unique culture that is both innovative and collaborative.

At Enhabit, the best of what’s next starts with us. We not only make it a priority to maintain an ethical and stable workplace but also continually invest in our employees. By extending ongoing professional development opportunities and providing cutting-edge technology solutions, we ensure our employees are always moving their careers forward and prepared to deliver a better way to care for our patients.

Ever-mindful of the need for employees to care for themselves and their families, Enhabit offers competitive benefits that support and promote healthy lifestyle choices. Subject to employee eligibility, some benefits, tools and resources include:

• 30 days PDO – Up to 6 weeks (PDO includes company observed holidays)
• Continuing education opportunities
• Scholarship program for employees
• Matching 401(k) plan for all employees
• Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time employees
• Supplemental insurance policies for life, disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance plans for full-time employees
• Flexible spending account plans for full-time employees
• Minimum essential coverage health insurance plan for all employees
• Electronic medical records and mobile devices for all clinicians
• Incentivized bonus plan

Responsibilities

Our Physical Therapist Assistants work under the direction of our Physical Therapists and treat patients with physical impairments through the use of physical modalities. The goal is to assist persons who are physically challenged to improve mobility and function, independent self-care, other skills necessary for functioning in daily living.

Qualifications

1. Must be a currently licensed PTA in the state of employment

2. Must possess a valid state driver's license

3. Must possess automobile liability insurance

4. Must have dependable transportation, kept in good working conditions

5. Must be able to drive automobile in all types of weather conditions.

Additional Information

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.