Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Home Health (PRN)

Empath Health • North Druid Hills, GA

60d • Onsite

About The Position

Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a compassionate PRN Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide individualized care to patients in their homes in South Pinellas County, including St. Petersburg, Gulfport, South Pasadena, Tierra Verde, Seminole, and surrounding areas. The role delivers physical therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and in accordance with the plan of care, agency policies and procedures, and federal and state regulations. The PTA also supports equipment evaluation, patient and family education, and coordinated care with the interdisciplinary team.

Empath Home Health provides skilled nursing and therapy services to help patients recover and maintain independence at home, along with personal care support. The organization describes its approach as Full Life Care, addressing the whole person with empathy and dignity. The position is PRN, with an expected workload of 5–10 or more home health visits per week; full-time work may become available as the market grows.

Requirements

• Active Florida PTA license.
• At least 1 year of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
• Strong assessment, critical-thinking, and patient-education skills.

Nice To Haves

• Home health care experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services in patients’ homes in accordance with the agency’s policies and procedures, federal and state regulations, and the plan of care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating patients’ equipment needs to increase their functional level.
• Participate in educating patients and families about self-care methods and techniques to improve or maintain the patient’s level of functioning.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support seamless, holistic care.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling and manageable caseloads.
• Strong interdisciplinary support.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Growth potential, including the possibility that the role may expand to full-time as the market grows.
• Meaningful, patient-centered care provided in patients’ homes.

What This Job Offers

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