Physical Therapy Assistant (Home Health & Hospice)
Provide compassionate, home-based physical therapy support for home health and hospice patients under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Deliver therapeutic exercises, mobility training, and functional support to improve recovery, comfort, and independence.
- Implement home safety interventions and promote safe movement in the home environment.
- Travel to patient residences to provide hands-on care.
- Document patient care accurately in an electronic health record (EHR).
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to support patient goals.
- Maintain clinical excellence through teamwork, training, and ongoing professional development.
Qualifications & Skills
- Completion of the Physical Therapy Assistant program and ability to work under a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Strong patient-centered, compassionate communication and interpersonal skills.
- Competence in therapeutic exercise, mobility training, and safety-focused interventions.
- Accurate documentation skills and familiarity with EHR systems.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.