About the role
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Part-Time Home Health Service Area: Northside Suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, including Lake Forest, Glenview, Buffalo Grove, Mundelein, and nearby communities.
Join the One Home Health Team One Home Health is currently looking for a motivated and caring Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support our home health patients on a part-time basis. In this position, you'll work closely with a dedicated interdisciplinary team while delivering individualized therapy services in patients' homes.
This is an excellent opportunity for a PTA who values autonomy, flexibility, and meaningful one-on-one patient care.
Primary Responsibilities In this role, you will: * Provide prescribed physical therapy treatments and patient education under the direction of the supervising Physical Therapist and according to the physician-approved plan of care. * Monitor patient progress and communicate changes in condition, treatment response, or scheduling needs to the appropriate team members. * Maintain timely and accurate clinical records that meet agency, state, and federal documentation requirements. * Collaborate with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to promote positive patient outcomes. * Assist with care coordination and participate in case conferences or interdisciplinary team meetings when requested. * Follow established infection control practices, safety procedures, and equipment usage guidelines during home visits. * Protect patient confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA and privacy standards. * Adhere to agency protocols, regulatory requirements, and professional practice standards. * Participate in educational programs, staff meetings, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives. * Carry out additional duties related to patient care and agency operations as assigned.
Required Qualifications Candidates should meet the following requirements: * Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of Illinois. * Graduate of an accredited PTA educational program recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). * Minimum of six months of PTA experience in a healthcare setting preferred. * Strong verbal communication, interpersonal, and clinical documentation skills. * Reliable transportation with a valid driver's license and current automobile insurance. * Ability and willingness to travel throughout the assigned coverage area to provide in-home patient care.
What We Offer At One Home Health, we recognize the value of our clinicians and provide: * Competitive pay rates * Flexible part-time scheduling * Healthy work-life balance * Meaningful one-on-one interactions with patients * Supportive clinical leadership and team collaboration * Opportunities to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families
One Home Health is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care where patients feel most comfortable: at home.