Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA
Company: Mederi Caretenders
Location: Pinellas Park
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA at Mederi Caretenders summary:
The Physical Therapist Assistant provides patient care and exercise
instruction in home health settings under the supervision of a
Physical Therapist, adhering to state laws and treatment plans.
They observe, document patient progress, and coordinate with
healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This
role requires licensure, CPR certification, and flexibility in
scheduling to meet patient needs. 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: Physical Therapist Assistant, Home Health
Care, Patient Education, Exercise Instruction, Treatment Plan,
Physical Therapy, Patient Care, Licensed PTA, CPR Certification,
Healthcare Team Coordination
Keywords: Mederi Caretenders, Palm Harbor , Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA, Healthcare , Pinellas Park, Florida
