Physical Therapist Assistant – Home Health

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Organization:

VHCS Clinical - Therapy

Job Summary:

Provides physical therapy treatment to patients who have impairments functional limitations disabilities or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury disease or other causes with minimal guidance from a Physical Therapist. Actively collaborates with the health care/educational team to meet patient care outcomes and system improvement objectives.

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Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health

Make a DifferenceOne Patient One Home One Day at a Time

Join Vanderbilt Health Home Care Services where compassionate care meets clinical excellence in the comfort of patients homes.

About the Role
Are you a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Tennessee seeking a meaningful career with flexibility autonomy and purpose Whether you are experienced in home health or exploring a new path this is your opportunity to thrive with a nationally recognized leader in patient-centered care.

Service Area: Cheatham County and the Bellevue area

Scheduling Options

• Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

• Choose a four-day or five-day work week to support your work-life balance

Why Vanderbilt Health

• Competitive wages (not paid per visit)

• Mileage reimbursement

• Benefits begin on your first day

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and retirement plans

• Generous paid time off bank upon hire

• Professional development and continuing education support

• Be part of a mission-driven team focused on clinical excellence and community impact

• Work with a trusted name in healthcare

• Enjoy a supportive environment that values your expertise and well-being

• Join a culture that fosters growth collaboration and innovation

What You Will Do

• Deliver high-quality evidence-based physical therapy treatments in patients homes

• Implement individualized treatment plans developed by supervising physical therapists

• Promote safety and functional independence in the home setting

• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises mobility and home safety

• Document patient progress in compliance with Vanderbilt Health and regulatory standards

• Coordinate care with nurses physicians and allied health professionals

• Travel to patient homes across designated service areas

Required Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible caseload

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in Tennessee

• Minimum one year of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant

• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with electronic medical record systems

• Strong understanding of rehabilitation techniques and functional mobility

• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible caseload

Make a Real Impact

If you are a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant ready to help patients heal and thrive in the comfort of their homes apply today and join Vanderbilt Health Home Care Services!

Key Responsibilities:

• Applies appropriate evidence-based interventions to ensure effective outcomes based on the treatment plan of the primary clinician.

• Provides education and employs strategies to promote successful return to home community and school/vocational environments.

• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Technical Capabilities:

• Rehab PTA/COTA Patient Documentation (Novice): Demonstrates sufficient proficiency in communicating functional impact of assessment findings treatment interventions treatment planning diagnosis and disease process. Considers the communication needs/level of understanding of audience and may share appropriate information/literature.

• Treatment Implementation (Fundamental Awareness): Demonstrates proficiency in providing treatment consistent with physician prescription and established plan of care. Able to modify treatment plan as needed to demonstrate provision of skilled therapy services including progression of treatment throughout course of care and revision of treatment interventions of goals not met. May supervise and direct certified athletic trainers (PT only) physical therapist / occupational therapist assistants technicians and volunteers and students. Selects and follows correct protocol for care and utilize evidence based treatments.

• Rehabilitation Patient Education (Fundamental Awareness): Demonstrates proficiency in communicating functional impact of assessment findings treatment interventions diagnosis and disease process. Able to assist the therapist in planning for the discharge needs of the patient. Will adapt communication to needs/level of understanding of audience and share appropriate information/literature. May participate in providing educational experiences and professional development activities.

Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive diagnostic and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.

These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Healths reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South.

Each year people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.

Core Accountabilities:

* Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact teams performance with occasional guidance. * Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems. * Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards established processes and procedure that apply to your own job. * Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues : Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues priorities working styles and develops relationships across areas.- Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems needs of others and how to provide excellent service.- Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues solves routine problems and raises proper concerns in a timely manner. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively : - Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation : - Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. - Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. - Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Position Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

LIC-Physical Therapy Assistant - Tennessee

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level :

Less than 1 year

Education:

Associates

Vanderbilt Health is committed tofosteringan environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.