Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA Home Health
About The Position
Klarus Home Health is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide coordinated physical therapy services to home health patients of all age groups in Dallas, Texas, and surrounding areas. The PTA works under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist and provides one-on-one patient care in patients’ homes, with flexibility and professional autonomy. The role involves coordinating care, implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, educating patients and caregivers, and communicating with interdisciplinary team members. Work takes place in patient homes under varying conditions.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program with an associate degree.
- Current PTA license or PT Licensure Compact (PTLC) license in the state applying, as applicable.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto liability insurance.
- At least 1 year of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
- Home health experience.
- Knowledge of Homecare Homebase (HCHB) EMR.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and perform prolonged standing and walking.
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to work under moderate stress to meet deadlines and patient needs.
Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy services under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.
- Participate in the coordination of patient care.
- Implement treatment plans and document patient progress.
- Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety, and mobility.
- Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Adhere to infection control and safety standards.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (for full-time employees).
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Accident, critical illness, and cancer insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Paid holidays and one floating holiday.
- PTO.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Flexible scheduling and work-life balance.
- One-on-one patient care.
- Clinical autonomy with supportive supervision.
- Mission-driven, supportive culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
