Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) PRN - Fort Worth (23042)

About the role

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides high‑quality physical therapy services to patients in Skilled Nursing, Long‑Term Care, and Home Health settings under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA helps patients improve mobility, strength, balance, and overall functional independence while delivering compassionate, patient‑centered care in accordance with established treatment plans and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physical therapy interventions as outlined in the patient’s plan of care and under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Provide treatment to patients across SNF, LTC, and home health environments, adapting care to meet individual patient needs.
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, functional mobility, gait training, balance activities, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Observe, monitor, and report patient progress, responses to treatment, and any changes in condition to the Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety awareness, and strategies to promote independence and prevent injury.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Maintain a safe treatment environment and follow infection control and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to support coordinated and effective patient care.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations, including HIPAA and clinical practice standards.
• Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and respect in all patient and family interactions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing (state‑specific).
• Experience in skilled nursing, long‑term care, or home health preferred (new graduates welcome to apply).
• Strong clinical, communication, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

• Supportive leadership and collaborative care model.
• Opportunity to work across multiple care settings.
• Meaningful work making a direct impact on patient outcomes.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of Pivot; a culture that respects differences and values contributions of all people.
• Excellent benefit plan including 401(k) with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick leave, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance.
• Highly competitive compensation package.

Schedule

• Flexible part‑time schedule.