PRN PTA — Home Health with Growth & Benefits

Elara Caring; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Elara Caring is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide home-based therapy under a Physical Therapist's plan. You will help patients gain mobility, independence, and function in their own homes.

The role requires PTA licensure, relevant education, and preferably 6+ months of PTA experience, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and travel to patient homes. Excellent patient education and safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted PTA license valid for the state of work.
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program approved by the American Therapy Association.
• 6+ months experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services according to the treatment plan established by the Physical Therapist.
• Help patients work toward therapy goals that improve mobility, function, and independence.
• Monitor patient progress and promptly report changes in condition or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home therapy programs and techniques to support continued progress.
• Teach patients and families how to safely use assistive devices, including canes, walkers, wheelchairs, prosthetics, and orthotics.
• Deliver safe, high-quality therapy services in accordance with physician orders, clinical standards, and state practice guidelines.

Skills

PTA license

PTA program

PTA experience

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Driver's license/transportation

Education

Accredited PTA program

Program approved by American Therapy Association

Job description

Elara Caring is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide home-based therapy under a Physical Therapist's plan. You will help patients gain mobility, independence, and function in their own homes.

The role requires PTA licensure, relevant education, and preferably 6+ months of PTA experience, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and travel to patient homes. Excellent patient education and safety are essential.