Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Home Health (North)

Position Overview

As a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant, you'll work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver skilled therapy services that help patients safely recover and remain independent in their homes. You'll play an essential role in implementing individualized treatment plans while building meaningful relationships with patients and their caregivers.

What You'll Do

• Provide skilled physical therapy treatments as outlined in the Physical Therapist's plan of care
• Deliver therapeutic exercises and interventions to improve strength, balance, mobility, endurance, and functional independence
• Assist patients with gait training, transfers, fall prevention, and activities of daily living
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, safety techniques, and mobility strategies
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
• Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with Medicare and agency standards

What We're Looking For

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Current Connecticut Physical Therapist Assistant license
• Home health experience preferred, but not required
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and willingness to travel within an assigned territory
• Passion for providing compassionate, patient-centered care

Benefits of Working at RVNAhealth

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 403(b) retirement savings
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Wellness and employee assistance programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Additional voluntary benefits

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $43.00 per hour and represents RVNAhealth's commitment to pay transparency and is a reasonable estimate of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. The final salary for this role will be determined based on careful consideration of a variety of factors, such as the candidate's exact location, experience, and expertise related to the qualifications. RVNAhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. It will be a condition of employment at RVNAhealth to submit to a pre-employment physical/drug screen and background check, which may include the following: fingerprinting, verification of employment, paraprofessional certifications, designations or licenses, and educational background.