TOUCHSTONE HEALTH·San Antonio, Texas
The Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant administers physician-prescribed physical therapy to patients in their residences under the supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist to improve or minimize residual disabilities. Responsibilities include executing the plan of care, instructing patients and families, preparing medical records, and participating in care planning and educational activities.
Touchstone Home Health, part of the CareM network, is seeking a dynamic, experienced Physical Therapy Assistant to work with our team in San Antonio. As a PTA, you’ll drive quality, compassion, and coordination across every patient experience — guiding a mission-driven team that shows up for patients and each other, every single day.
A Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Physical Therapist (PT).
Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures. Provides physician prescribed physical therapy under a plan of care established by the PT. Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient. Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities. Participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning. Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician and according to the plan of care established by the PT. Consults with PT regarding change in treatment. Instructs patients and family members in home programs and activities of daily living. Participates in in-service programs and presents in-service programs as assigned. Participates in QAPI activities as assigned. Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled. Prepares medical records, progress notes and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per Agency policy. Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the PT. Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes. Participates in educating the patient and family. Performs maintenance therapy services under a maintenance program established by a qualified therapist, when acting within the therapy scope of practice defined by applicable state licensure laws.
Graduate from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association. Currently licensed, registered or certified in the state(s) in which practicing. Two (2) years’ experience, preferred. Acceptance of philosophy and goals of Agency. Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.
Job relationship: Supervised by: Registered Physical Therapist/Director of Clinical Services/Clinical Manager
Risk exposure: High risk
Market context
Texas physician openings often reflect steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and specialty practices, especially where patient volumes are high and access to care is uneven. These roles are competitive because employers usually look for strong clinical judgment, current licensure, and experience in fast-paced settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, and confirm your licensure and one year of healthcare experience before applying.