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About the Role

Seeking a skilled, compassionate, and dependable Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide high-quality physical therapy services to patients in their homes throughout the Austin, TX region. The PTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to implement care plans, monitor progress, and educate patients and caregivers to improve mobility, function, and independence. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently in a home-based environment with strong communication skills and a passion for patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

Travel to patients' homes to provide physical therapy treatment under the direction of the supervising Physical Therapist.
Review the patient's established plan of care, treatment goals, precautions, and relevant clinical information prior to providing treatment.
Provide skilled physical therapy interventions including therapeutic exercises, therapeutic activities, neuromuscular re-education, gait and mobility training, balance and coordination training, functional strengthening, transfer training, fall prevention and safety training, manual therapy, and functional mobility and activity training.
Assist patients with improving strength, range of motion, balance, coordination, endurance, gait, mobility, and functional performance.
Train patients in the safe and appropriate use of assistive devices.
Implement and reinforce individualized home exercise programs.
Educate patients and caregivers regarding prescribed exercises, mobility strategies, safety precautions, fall prevention, positioning, transfers, and strategies to promote independence.
Monitor patient response to treatment and recognize changes in pain, functional status, mobility, tolerance, or overall condition.
Communicate significant changes in patient condition, response to treatment, progress, concerns, or barriers to the supervising Physical Therapist in a timely manner.
Provide feedback to the Physical Therapist regarding patient progress and response to the established plan of care.
Assist the Physical Therapist with reassessments and other clinical follow-up activities.
Modify treatment activities within the established plan of care and communicate clinically significant changes to the supervising Physical Therapist.
Reinforce proper body mechanics, transfer techniques, positioning, and safety strategies with patients and caregivers.
Adapt treatment approaches to the patient's home environment, available space, equipment, functional abilities, and individual needs.
Coordinate care and communicate professionally with other healthcare professionals.
Communicate promptly regarding patient concerns, cancellations, scheduling changes, or other issues that may affect care.
Complete accurate, timely, and thorough documentation for daily treatment visits and other required clinical documentation.
Maintain compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, professional standards, payer requirements, PTA supervision requirements, and company policies.
Recognize changes in patient condition that may require notification of the supervising Physical Therapist, referring provider, or other healthcare professional.
Maintain patient confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
Provide compassionate, respectful, and professional care to patients and their families in the home setting.

Requirements

Current and valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing.
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, therapeutic exercise, and rehabilitation principles.
Strong understanding of physical therapy treatment techniques and functional mobility principles.
Ability to safely and effectively implement a Physical Therapist's established plan of care.
Knowledge of therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance training, functional mobility, neuromuscular re-education, strengthening, transfer training, and fall prevention.
Strong observation and patient monitoring skills.
Ability to recognize and appropriately communicate changes in patient condition or functional status.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and effectively manage a mobile patient caseload while maintaining appropriate communication with the supervising Physical Therapist.
Must be punctual, dependable, organized, and professional.
Comfortable entering and providing care in patients' homes and working with patients and caregivers in a home-based environment.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
Ability to travel throughout the assigned service area.
CPR/BLS certification preferred or required according to company policy.
Previous home health, mobile therapy, outpatient, orthopedic, neurological, geriatric, or community-based experience is preferred.
Must be able to arrive at scheduled visits within the expected timeframe.
Must be able to manage travel time and maintain an efficient daily schedule.
Must be able to carry and transport necessary clinical equipment and supplies.
Must be able to adapt treatment approaches to different home environments and available space.
Must be able to maintain a safe and professional environment during every patient visit.
Must be able to communicate promptly regarding cancellations, scheduling changes, patient concerns, or changes in patient status.
Must be able to respect patients' homes, privacy, routines, and individual preferences.
Must demonstrate sound clinical judgment within the PTA's scope of practice when working independently in the community.
Must maintain appropriate communication with the supervising Physical Therapist regarding patient progress, concerns, and changes in condition.
Responsible for completing all required clinical documentation accurately and within established timeframes.
Must practice within the scope of the Texas Physical Therapist Assistant license and applicable supervision requirements.
Must follow the established plan of care developed by the supervising Physical Therapist.

Skills

Physical therapy interventions
Therapeutic exercises
Therapeutic activities
Neuromuscular re-education
Gait and mobility training
Balance and coordination training
Functional strengthening
Transfer training
Fall prevention and safety training
Manual therapy
Functional mobility and activity training
Assistive device training
Home exercise program implementation
Patient and caregiver education
Patient monitoring
Communication
Interpersonal skills
Independent work
Caseload management
Documentation
Clinical judgment
Adaptability

Location

Austin, TX Region

Work Type

Full-time
1099 Independent Contractor
Mobile/Home-Based

Experience Level

Independent contractor

Education Level

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Salary/Compensations

Guaranteed base pay: $840 per week
Base compensation is calculated at $35 per patient visit, based on a minimum of 6 patient visits per day.
$35 per additional patient visit for visits beyond the daily base of 6.

About the Company

This position is an excellent opportunity for a Physical Therapist Assistant who values autonomy, flexibility, meaningful patient relationships, and community-based care while working as an integral member of a collaborative physical therapy team.