Join a team of dedicated and compassionate healthcare professionals who treat our patients like family. Faith Home Health and Hospice is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled in-home therapy services throughout the Topeka Metro Area and surrounding communities. As a PTA, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy that home health provides . You'll work alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team committed to helping patients achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that prioritizes patient care, clinical excellence, and employee support, we'd love to hear from you. Why Join Faith Home Health & Hospice? Competitive compensation Flexible scheduling and autonomy in your day Generous PTO accrual, earn up to 4 weeks your first year Mileage reimbursement between patient visits Extended travel reimbursement Paid holidays Scrubs provided Supportive interdisciplinary team environment Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community Position Summary As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you will provide skilled therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in accordance with agency policies and procedures, physician orders, and state and federal regulations. In this role, you will utilize your clinical expertise, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities to help patients improve mobility, strength, balance, safety, and independence. You will work closely with patients, caregivers, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team to carry out established plans of care and achieve positive patient outcomes. Responsibilities Implement physical therapy treatment plans as established by the supervising Physical Therapist. Assist patients in improving mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence. Establish positive, professional relationships with patients and their families through compassionate communication. Assess home environments and identify factors that may impact patient safety and recovery. Review and reinforce physician and therapist instructions with patients and caregivers. Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, adaptive equipment, fall prevention, and safe mobility techniques. Observe, monitor, and report patient progress and changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist. Provide timely updates and recommendations to the interdisciplinary care team regarding patient response to treatment. Document services provided and patient responses accurately and timely in accordance with agency standards and regulatory requirements. Participate in case conferences, care planning discussions, chart audits, and quality improvement initiatives. Qualifications Current Kansas Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license required. Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program. Current CPR certification required (or ability to obtain before orientation). Home health experience preferred but not required. Current TB test required (or ability to obtain). Ability to pass a background check and drug screen. Strong clinical assessment, documentation, organization, and communication skills . Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with the care team. Apply today and join a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and families throughout the Topeka community.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) 5% Match Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Travel reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

Home health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (Required)

Work Location:

On the road