Physical Therapy Assistant PRN - Home Health

Empath Health • Sarasota, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to provide exceptional, individualized care through home health visits in Mid to North Sarasota, including Palmer Ranch, Fruitville, and surrounding areas. The role provides physical therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, following the plan of care and agency policies and applicable regulations.

This PRN role involves 5–10 or more home health visits per week. The assistant supports patients in recovering and maintaining independence at home and helps patients and families learn self-care methods and techniques to improve or maintain functioning.

Requirements

• Proof of completion of a Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Florida.
• At least one year of experience as a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant.

Nice To Haves

• Home health care experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services in compliance with agency policies and procedures and federal and state regulations, following the plan of care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating patients’ equipment needs to increase functional level.
• Participate in educating patients and families on self-care methods and techniques to improve or maintain patients’ level of functioning.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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