Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Home Health PRN
About The Position
Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a compassionate PRN Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant to provide individualized care to patients in their homes in the Immokalee and Ave Maria, Florida area. The role provides physical therapy services in accordance with agency policies and procedures, applicable federal and state regulations, and the plan of care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The position involves 5–10 or more home health visits per week. Full-time work may also become available as the market grows. Empath Home Health provides skilled nursing and therapy services to help patients recover and maintain independence at home, alongside personal care support. The organization describes its care as patient-centered and focused on the whole person, delivered with empathy and dignity. The position collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to support holistic care.
Requirements
- Active Florida Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license.
- At least 1 year of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.
- 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.
- 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 ensure seamless, holistic care.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling and manageable caseloads.
- Strong interdisciplinary support.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Potential for roles to expand to full-time as the market grows.
- Meaningful, patient-centered care in patients’ homes.
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