At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Deliver Compassionate Care Where It Matters Most—At Home

At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens where patients feel most comfortable—at home. Every day, our teams provide high-quality, personalized care to more than 60,000 patients across the country, supporting them wherever they are on their health journey.

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you are a vital part of this mission. You work alongside Physical Therapists and interdisciplinary care teams to help patients restore mobility, improve strength, and regain independence in their daily lives. Being part of Elara Caring means carrying out your true calling every day—delivering hands-on care with compassion, professionalism, and purpose.

To continue leading the industry in home-based care, we are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. If you’re passionate about patient-centered care and ready to make a meaningful impact, apply today.

Why Join the Elara Caring Mission?

• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day
• Competitive compensation package
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time employees
• Continuing education opportunities at no cost to all employees
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Family and pet bereavement leave
• Pet insurance options

Your Role as a Physical Therapist Assistant

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, ensuring safe, effective, and high-quality therapy services. Key responsibilities include:

• Promoting Elara Caring’s philosophy, mission, and administrative policies to support quality patient care
• Providing direct physical therapy services in accordance with accepted standards of practice and physician certification
• Following the established Plan of Care developed by the supervising Physical Therapist and promptly reporting any changes in patient condition
• Adhering to all state practice act guidelines and regulatory requirements
• Verifying the Plan of Care prior to each visit and delivering care according to physician orders, assessment data, and established standards
• Incorporating patient-specific goals from the Plan of Care into daily therapy interventions
• Educating patients and caregivers on the safe and effective use of prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive devices such as canes, walkers, and wheelchairs
• Instructing patients and caregivers on home exercise and therapy programs to support continued progress
• Maintaining accurate, timely, and thorough documentation of patient care

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Physically demanding, high-paced clinical environment
• Full range of body motion required, including lifting, transferring, and assisting patients
• Potential to work irregular hours or on-call schedules as needed
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently
• Must be able to lift 50–100 lbs

Qualifications & Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
• Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the state of practice
• Six (6) months or more of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant preferred
• Willingness and ability to travel within the assigned branch or coverage area (up to 50% travel)
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws

Reporting Structure

This position reports to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor, or designee.

As a growing organization, we invite you to share your information with us for consideration for future career opportunities. This is an exciting chance to connect with our compassionate and dedicated team, who truly value your unique skills and experiences in delivering exceptional care to those we serve

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We value the unique skills of veterans and military spouses. We encourage applications from military veterans and their families.

Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. 

Elara Caring participates in E-Verify and we will provide the Federal Government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers like Elara Caring can only use E-Verify once you have accepted the job offer and completed the Form I-9.

At Elara Caring, pay and compensation are determined by a variety of factors, including education, job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Our compensation structure reflects the cost of labor across different U.S. geographic markets, and may vary based on location.

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