Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
About The Position
HealthPro Heritage is hiring a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant to serve adults in Vernon, Connecticut, and surrounding areas. The role supports the organization’s partnership with Masonicare Home Health and offers flexible part-time and PRN schedules. Compensation is estimated at $33,280–$39,936 annually, with a point-based rate of $40–$48 per point. The position involves assisting with treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, providing direct patient care, monitoring and documenting progress, educating patients and families, and coordinating care with other healthcare professionals. HealthPro Heritage describes itself as a therapist-led organization providing clinical services across multiple care settings and highlights its mission-driven work, growth opportunities, collaborative culture, and commitment to high-quality care.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
- Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or eligibility for licensure.
- Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
- Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists.
- Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
- Monitor and document patient progress and report observations to the Physical Therapist.
- Educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
- Document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to coordinate patient care and support effective treatment outcomes.
Benefits
- Continuous learning and development opportunities to support professional growth.
- Supportive, collaborative work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
