Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

Elara Caring • Saginaw, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place. Job Description: Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Full-Time | Field-Based Territory: Coleman to Auburn At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens where people live. Every day, our teams support more than 60,000 patients nationwide, helping individuals heal, regain independence, and remain safely at home. When you join Elara Caring, you become part of a mission-driven organization that values compassion, collaboration, and clinical excellence—and is continuing to grow to meet the needs of our patients and communities. As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in improving patients’ mobility, strength, and quality of life through meaningful, one-on-one care, joining the team as part of our expanding services and ongoing organizational growth.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Active, unrestricted PTA license in the state of practice
• Willing and able to travel within the assigned territory (up to 50%)
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting, transferring, and assisting patients (up to 50–100 lbs.)

Nice To Haves

• 6+ months of PTA experience preferred (newer clinicians encouraged to apply)

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct physical therapy services in patients’ homes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Follow and implement individualized Plans of Care while ensuring continuity and quality of treatment
• Communicate patient progress and changes in condition promptly to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and safe use of assistive devices (walkers, canes, wheelchairs, orthotics, etc.)
• Promote Elara Caring’s mission, values, and commitment to exceptional patient-centered care
• Maintain compliance with state practice acts, physician orders, and clinical documentation standards
• Travel throughout the assigned coverage area (Coleman to Auburn)

Benefits

• Meaningful, one-on-one patient care in the home setting
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Competitive compensation
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time team members
• Free continuing education opportunities for all employees
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off, paid holidays, family & pet bereavement
• Pet insurance 🐾

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees