Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

About the Role

Your Health is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support patient mobility, recovery, and overall quality of life throughout the Gainesville area. In this role, you will work closely with Physical Therapists and other healthcare providers to deliver patient-centered therapy services in home-based and community care settings.

You will implement individualized treatment plans, monitor patient progress, assist with home health assessments, and coordinate with medical providers to support continuity of care. This position combines hands-on patient care with telehealth collaboration, care coordination, and documentation to help patients achieve their functional goals.

If you enjoy building relationships with patients, working as part of a multidisciplinary team, and helping individuals maintain independence, we encourage you to apply!

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care and Rehabilitation

• Implement treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, functional mobility, and other prescribed interventions.
• Monitor patient progress and report changes in condition or functional ability to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Encourage patient participation and adherence to treatment plans to support recovery and independence.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, safe mobility, and strategies for maintaining progress between visits.

Provider Collaboration and Care Coordination

• Collaborate with Physical Therapists primarily through telehealth to review patient progress and coordinate treatment.
• Facilitate daily visits with physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants to support timely communication and coordinated patient care.
• Serve as a liaison between therapy services and medical providers by communicating updates, identifying concerns, and reinforcing treatment goals.
• Incorporate provider guidance into therapy services and document relevant information to support continuity of care.
• Participate in care team meetings and coaching calls as needed.

Home Health Assessments

• Participate in home health assessments to help identify patient needs, functional limitations, and appropriate care services.
• Communicate assessment findings and patient progress to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide input to assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating ongoing therapy needs and the appropriateness of Medicare Part A home health recertification, as applicable.
• Promote a safe and effective environment for patient care.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of treatments, patient progress, and care coordination activities.
• Keep patient care information and treatment records updated in the company's electronic health record and other software systems.
• Follow applicable federal, state, and local regulations, Medicare guidelines, HIPAA requirements, and company policies.
• Protect the confidentiality of patient, employee, and company information.

Teamwork and Operational Support

• Work collaboratively with the care team to maintain current, coordinated patient care plans.

• Meet established productivity and staff efficiency expectations.

• Complete required administrative tasks, training, in-services, and meetings.

• Maintain reliable attendance and availability during scheduled work hours.

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support team operations and patient care.

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.

• Current, active state license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant in good standing.

• At least one year of clinical experience; home health or outpatient experience preferred.

• Knowledge of physical therapy treatment techniques, therapeutic exercises, and patient care practices.

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Basic computer proficiency and the ability to use electronic health records and telehealth platforms.

• Excellent organization, time management, and prioritization skills.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team.

• Sound judgment, adaptability, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance meeting state and company requirements.

• Ability to travel between patient locations and facilities throughout the assigned service area.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• This role requires travel between patient locations and facilities and may involve working in homes and other care settings.
• Must be able to walk, stand, bend, kneel, crouc

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