Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA
Company: Mederi Caretenders
Location: Pinellas Park
Posted on: November 4, 2025
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Job Description:
The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) 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. Under the supervision of a
Physical Therapist, is at all times responsible to follow all state
specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home
care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the Physical
Therapist; to perform only those procedures that he/she is
qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations
for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical
Therapist. Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients
in evidence based treatment within the scope of the physical
therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing
physical therapy assistants. Observes, records, and reports to the
supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the
patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's
condition. 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.
Visits patients within the entire service area of their respective
agency and other nearby LHC agencies as needed According to Plan of
Treatment; complete a progress note for each visit and submits
progress notes per LHC policy. Schedule flexibility is needed in
this role to ensure we provide care to the patient as needed.
Requires the ability to participate in a weekend rotation and
potential availability on observed holidays to ensure we are
meeting the demands of our patients. Participates in staff
conferences and committees as requested by the agency. Adheres to
LHC Therapy Standards of Practice in provision of services to all
patients. All other duties as assigned. License Requirements -
Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the
practice of physical therapy in state of practice. - Current CPR
certification is required. - Current driver's license, vehicle
insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public
transportation.
Keywords: Mederi Caretenders, Pinellas Park , Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA, Healthcare , Pinellas Park, Florida
