Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Home Health

Wesley At-Home•Federal Way, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides hands-on support to home health patients under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, helping them improve mobility, regain independence, and enhance quality of life. The role promotes safety, comfort, and quality of movement in patients’ homes and supports hospice goals through gentle interventions that promote comfort and minimize physical distress. The PTA collaborates with patients, families, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team to support holistic care. The position involves implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic exercises and mobility interventions, monitoring and documenting progress, and maintaining accurate clinical records in accordance with agency policies and Washington State and federal regulations. The PTA may also train patients to use prosthetic or orthotic devices. The role requires participation in continuing education and compliance with licensing requirements. The salary range is $37.67 to $45.47 per hour. Wesley describes opportunities for professional and personal growth, training and development, employee recognition, and work-life balance.

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Current and active Washington State PTA license.
Current CPR and BLS certification.
Valid driver’s license; driving is an essential function and/or legitimate business purpose of the position.
Basic proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and mobile documentation tools.
Kind, patient, and empathetic demeanor.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Self-motivated and able to work independently in a home-based setting.
Comfortable working with patients across the continuum of care, including end-of-life.
Able to listen to, understand, and communicate information presented through spoken words and sentences.
Able to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
Able to use abdominal and lower back muscles repeatedly or continuously to support part of the body without fatiguing.
Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Able to function in other people’s homes, where conditions may vary widely.
Sensitive to others’ needs and feelings, understanding, and helpful on the job.
Reliable, responsible, dependable, and able to fulfill obligations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Home Health and/or Hospice; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Implement physical therapy treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional mobility interventions in patient homes.
Monitor and document patient progress, reporting changes or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
Collaborate with patients, families, and caregivers to promote active participation in care.
Ensure proper use of equipment and assistive devices, educating patients and caregivers as needed.
Support hospice care goals by promoting patient comfort and minimizing physical distress through gentle interventions.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies and Washington State and federal regulations.
Train patients in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices, as needed.
Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to support holistic patient care.
Follow established policies and procedures.
Participate in continuing education to stay informed of trends and practice developments and maintain licensing requirements.

Benefits

Medical insurance for full-time and ACA-eligible employees, with family participation available if elected.
Dental insurance for full-time employees.
Vision insurance for full-time employees.
Group life insurance for full-time employees (employee-only coverage).
Combined paid time off (PTO) policy, accruing at 0.0607 hours per hour worked, equivalent to 120 hours annually at 2,080 hours worked; accrual increases after two and five years of service.
Six paid holidays for eligible employees, with hours varying by employment status; on-call staff are excluded.
One personal holiday of choice per year, excluding on-call staff.
403(b) retirement plan with a 100% company match on the first 4% of employee contributions, subject to a five-year vesting schedule; minors are ineligible for the match.
On-demand access to net earnings through Dayforce Wallet.
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Grants through Wesley Community Foundation for qualifying employees’ emergency assistance and educational advancement.
50% food and beverage discount at Wesley bistros and marketplaces.
Employee recognition and reward platform with points redeemable for merchandise, gift cards, cash cards, tickets, travel, and other experiences.
Opportunities for professional and personal growth, training and development, recognition, and work-life balance.