Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Elara Caring • Cleveland, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Elara Caring is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to provide personalized physical therapy services in patients’ homes in Cleveland, Ohio. The role works directly with patients and caregivers, following the treatment plan established by the supervising Physical Therapist to help patients improve mobility, strength, function, confidence, and independence in everyday activities.

Requirements

• Hold a current, unrestricted PTA license in the state where the work will be performed.
• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Be able to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
• Possess a valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record, or have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Nice To Haves

• Six months or more of PTA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under the treatment plan established by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Help patients improve mobility, strength, function, and independence.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes or concerns to the Physical Therapist.
• Teach patients and caregivers exercises and techniques that support progress between visits.
• Educate patients on the safe use of walkers, canes, wheelchairs, and other prescribed assistive devices.
• Deliver care consistent with physician orders, clinical standards, and state practice requirements.

Benefits

• Continuing education opportunities at no cost to employees.
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible full-time staff.
• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance options.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Family and pet bereavement leave.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Mileage reimbursement or a fleet vehicle program, subject to eligibility and restrictions.

What This Job Offers

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