Physical Therapy Assistant PTA

Mid Michigan Home Health & Hospice•Lansing, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Mid-Michigan Home Health and Hospice is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role helps patients improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence while recovering at home. The PTA works with patients and caregivers and collaborates with Physical Therapists, nursing staff, physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members. The position is listed as full-time or part-time and is located in Mid-Michigan.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Current Michigan Physical Therapist Assistant license.
Knowledge of therapeutic exercise, gait training, transfer techniques, and rehabilitation principles.
Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and manage a flexible daily schedule.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Compassionate and professional approach to patient care.

Nice To Haves

Previous home health experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled physical therapy treatments in patients’ homes in accordance with established plans of care.
Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, strengthening, balance training, gait training, and functional mobility.
Implement interventions to improve patients’ safety, mobility, endurance, and independence with activities of daily living.
Educate patients and caregivers about prescribed exercises, safe transfer techniques, fall prevention, and assistive devices.
Monitor patient responses to treatment and report changes in condition, functional status, or safety concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
Document patient progress, treatment interventions, and responses to therapy accurately and promptly.
Communicate with Physical Therapists, nursing staff, physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members.
Assist with assessing progress toward therapy goals and communicate when modifications to the plan of care may be needed.
Comply with Medicare regulations, state practice requirements, and agency policies.
Provide professional, compassionate, patient-centered care during every visit.