Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Home Health PRN

LE10005 Empath Payroll Services, LLC; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Growth potential

Job summary

Empath Health invites a compassionate PRN Home Health PTA to deliver in-home physical therapy in Immokalee and Ave Maria, FL. You will support the plan of care under a Physical Therapist, assist with equipment needs, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team for holistic care.

Flexible scheduling and a manageable caseload, mileage reimbursement, and growth potential are offered, with opportunities to expand to full-time as the market grows.

Qualifications

• Active Florida PTA license.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a licensed PTA.
• Home health care experience strongly preferred.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients in compliance with agency policies and procedures, federal and state regulations, following the plan of care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating equipment needs of patient to increase functional level.
• Participates in the education of patient and family on methods of self-care and techniques to improve or maintain patient’s level of functioning.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless, holistic care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Critical thinking

Patient education

Collaboration

Job description

Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health is seeking a compassionate PRN Home Health PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant) to work with our Home Health team to deliver individualized care to patients in their homes in Immokalee & Ave Maria area. Award-Winning Home Health: Recognized as one of America's Best Home Health Providers for 2026, Empath Home Health delivers high‑quality, outcomes‑driven care trusted by patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Empath Home Health provides skilled nursing and therapy services to help patients recover and maintain independence at home, along with personal care support that assists with daily needs as part of a seamless continuum of care. Locations: Home health visits in Immokalee & Ave Maria, FL area

Schedule: PRN role; 5-10+ home health visits per week. Full-time may be available as well!

What You'll Do

• Provide physical therapy services to patients in compliance with agency policies and procedures, federal and state regulations, following the plan of care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating equipment needs of patient to increase functional level.
• Participates in the education of patient and family on methods of self-care and techniques to improve or maintain patient’s level of functioning.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless, holistic care.

Why Join Empath Health as a PRN clinician?

• Flexible scheduling and manageable caseloads
• Strong interdisciplinary support
• Mileage reimbursement
• Growth potential: several roles could expand to full-time as the market grows!
• Meaningful, patient-centered care in the comfort of patients’ homes

What You'll Need

• Active Florida PTA license
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a licensed Physical Therapist (PTA)
• Home health care experience strongly preferred.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and patient education skills

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