Ut Health ET Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant PRN

Choice Health at Home; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health ET Home Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a Full-Time position in Texarkana, TX. The PTA will support licensed physical therapists in delivering rehabilitative care, implementing treatment plans, and monitoring patient progress to optimize recovery.

Responsibilities include assisting with exercises, manual therapy, and modalities, documenting patient responses, and educating patients and families on exercises and prevention strategies.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited PTA program and state licensure exam.
• Current Texas PTA license is required or eligible.
• 1 year of home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists in executing individualized treatment plans for patients with musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.
• Conduct therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation under supervision.
• Monitor and document patient responses to treatment, reporting progress to the supervising physical therapist.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

Accredited PTA program

Licensed PTA license (Texas)

AHA CPR certification

Job description

Ut Health ET Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant PRN

Full-Time Texarkana, TX, Texarkana, TX, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 6234

About the Role:

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) plays a critical role in supporting licensed physical therapists in delivering high-quality rehabilitative care to patients recovering from injury, surgery, or managing chronic conditions. This position involves implementing treatment plans designed by physical therapists, monitoring patient progress, and adjusting therapeutic activities to optimize recovery outcomes. The PTA works closely with patients to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function through therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and the use of specialized equipment. Effective communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team is essential to ensure coordinated care and patient education. Ultimately, the PTA contributes significantly to enhancing patients' quality of life by facilitating their return to daily activities and independence.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists in executing individualized treatment plans for patients with various musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.
• Conduct therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Monitor and document patient responses to treatment, reporting progress and any concerns to the supervising physical therapist.
• Educate patients and their families on exercises, proper use of assistive devices, and strategies to prevent injury or re-injury.
• Maintain a safe and clean treatment environment, ensuring all equipment is properly sanitized and in good working order.

Requirements

Successful completion of accredited physical therapy program and state licensure exam.

Valid Physical Therapy Assstant license

1 year of home health experience preferred

AHA CPR certification

Valid Driver’s License

Valid Auto Insurance

HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods.

Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push up to 100 lbs..