Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Home Health PRN

Empath Health; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

5+ weeks PTO

CEU support

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Empath Home Health is seeking a compassionate PRN Home Health PTA to join our team, delivering individualized home-based care across Port Charlotte and nearby South counties.

Requirements include an active Florida PTA license and at least 1 year of licensed PTA experience, with home health experience preferred. You’ll provide PT services under the supervision of a PT, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to maintain patient independence at home.

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 at home under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating equipment needs to increase functional level.
• Educate patient and family on self-care methods to maintain functioning.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic care.

Skills

Active listening

Assessment

Critical thinking

Patient education

Education

Florida PTA license

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 Port Charlotte / South counties (Venice, Englewood, Rotonda West, North Port, Port Charlotte, Arcadia, north Punta Gorda).

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 Port Charlotte / South counties (Venice, Englewood, Rotonda West, North Port, Port Charlotte, Arcadia, north Punta Gorda).

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?

• Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
• Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
• Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
• Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

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

Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.

Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida- including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.

Full Life Care means caring for the whole person-body, mind, and spirit with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.

At Empath Health, you'll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life's journey more meaningful.

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