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 Physical Therapy Assistant to provide individualized care to patients in their homes in east Pasco County, including Wesley Chapel, Odessa, Zephyrhills, Land O' Lakes, Dade City, and surrounding areas. The role involves 5–10 or more home health visits per week. Full-time work may also become available as the market grows. The Physical Therapy Assistant provides 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. The role includes helping evaluate equipment needs, educating patients and families on self-care and techniques to improve or maintain functioning, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to provide holistic care. Empath Home Health provides skilled nursing and therapy services to help patients recover and maintain independence at home, as well as personal care support. Empath Health describes its mission as providing Full Life Care for All, caring for the whole person with empathy and dignity.

Requirements

Active Florida PTA license.
Minimum of 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 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 their functional level.
Educate patients and families on 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.