Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA

Interim HealthCare of Salem (Roanoke) • Salem, VA

5d • $45 - $100 • Onsite

About The Position

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant provides personalized, one-on-one therapy services to patients in their homes throughout Roanoke, Virginia, and surrounding coverage areas. Working under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, the PTA carries out individualized treatment plans for patients recovering from illness, injury, surgery, or chronic conditions. The position involves traveling to patient homes and helping patients regain strength, mobility, balance, and everyday function.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program.
• Active PTA license in Virginia.
• CPR certification.
• TB baseline screening.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good clinical judgment and ability to work independently.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout the service area.
• Compassionate, patient-focused, and team-oriented mindset.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of PTA experience; home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based physical therapy services under the direction of a supervising Physical Therapist.
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, stretching, balance training, gait training, and mobility activities.
• Monitor patient progress and report changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Reinforce and carry out individualized treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients and family members on exercises, mobility techniques, safety precautions, and home exercise programs.
• Assist patients in improving strength, endurance, coordination, and functional mobility.
• Document patient visits, progress, and treatment responses accurately and promptly.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including RNs, LPNs, CNAs, OTs, and SLPs, to support patient goals and continuity of care.
• Maintain compliance with home health regulations and company policies.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling.
• One-on-one patient care.
• Autonomy and work-life balance.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Online training and CEU opportunities.
• Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients’ lives.
• Mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree