Physical Therapy Assistant,

Primary Responsibilities

• Follows all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care.
• Performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.
• Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, and safety training.
• Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.
• Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant.

Required Qualifications

• Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice.
• CPR certification.
• Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility.

Pay Range

Annual Target Pay: $61,153 - $91,729
Per Visit Point Pay Range: $29.40 - $44.10
Hourly Pay Range: $35.28 - $52.92