Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – Outpatient Therapy

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient care under a supervising physical therapist. The role involves executing prescribed interventions, educating patients and families, and documenting treatment activities consistent with policy.

You will coordinate with the PT on progress and adjustments while promoting growth and continued clinical development within a homecare setting.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assistance is required.
• Licensed PTA licensure is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Board eligibility and continuing education, especially for acute stroke care, are expected.

Responsibilities

• Implement patient care plans under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Educate patients, families, and healthcare providers about treatment.
• Document treatment activities in accordance with policy.
• Coordinate with the PT on patient progress and treatment adjustments.

Skills

Effective communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Therapy modalities knowledge

Education

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assistance

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

This role involves implementing patient care plans under the supervision of a physical therapist, treating patients of all ages through interventions such as therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and aquatic therapy. The candidate will educate patients, families, and healthcare providers, document treatment activities in accordance with policy, and coordinate with the PT on patient progress and treatment adjustments.

Qualifications include an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assistance, licensure as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, and BLS certification. Candidates must be board eligible and complete required continuing education, especially for acute stroke care.

Key skills include effective communication, documentation, teamwork, and knowledge of various therapy modalities. The role offers a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and competitive compensation, with opportunities for growth and career development.