Physical Therapist Assistant- Home Health Sign on $5k

Elara Caring • East Lansing, MI

11d • 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: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Health 📍 East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas 💰 $5,000 Sign-On Bonus At Elara Caring , we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there’s no place like home, and that’s why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Physical Therapist Assistant . Being a part of something this great starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers. Why Join the Elara Caring Mission? Work in a collaborative environment Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference Competitive compensation package $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost Opportunities for advancement Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits 401(K) with employer match Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement Pet insurance

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program approved by the American Therapy Association
• Current, unrestricted PTA license valid in Michigan
• 6+ months of PTA experience preferred
• Willingness to travel within East Lansing and surrounding areas
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance
• Ability to travel up to 50%
• Physical ability to lift 50–100 lbs

Responsibilities

• Promote Elara Caring’s philosophy, mission, and policies to ensure quality care
• Deliver direct physical therapy services per physician certification and accepted standards
• Follow the Plan of Care established by the supervising Physical Therapist
• Adhere to State Practice Act Guidelines
• Verify Plan of Care prior to each visit and provide care per physician’s orders
• Incorporate patient care goals into therapy
• Educate patients and families on safe use of assistive devices
• Teach therapy home programs
• Work in a physically demanding, high-stress environment
• Perform full range of body motion including lifting and transferring patients
• Potentially work irregular hours including on-call shifts

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(K) with employer match
• Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and 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