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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Home Health

Elara Caring·Jerseyville, Illinois

$31 - $38/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will perform direct physical therapy services and ensure quality and continuity of care. You will also instruct patients and their families on the safe use of assistive devices and follow the established Plan of Care.

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 At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there’s no place like home, and that’s why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Being a part of something this great, starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers. To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Physical Therapist Assistant with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today! Why Join the Elara Caring mission? Work in a collaborative environment. Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference Competitive compensation package Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost Opportunities for advancement Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits 401(K) with employer match Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement Pet insurance As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways: Promotes Elara Caring’s philosophy, mission statement and administrative policies to ensure quality of care Performs direct physical therapy services in accordance with accepted standards of practice and certified by the patient’s physician to ensure quality and continuity of care. Follows Plan of Care as established by Physical Therapist/being supervised by the Physical Therapist and immediate reporting of any changes in status back to Physical Therapist. Adheres to the State Practice Act Guidelines. Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to physician’s orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines. Incorporates patient care goals established in the Plan of Care, into therapy care. Instructs patients and/or their families in the appropriate and safe use of prosthetic, orthotic and assistive devices (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.). Instructs the patient and/or caregiver in the therapy home program Physically demanding, high stress environment Full range of body motion including handling, lifting and transfer of patients Potentially work irregular hours including call hours if applicable What is Required? Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program approved by the American Therapy Association Current, unrestricted PTA license valid for the state of work. 6+ months experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferred Able and willing to travel within branch/office coverage area. Must have a dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws. Must be able and willing to travel 50% Able to sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently and be able to lift 50-100 lbs. The low end of the compensation range is $31.00 to the high end up to $38.00 hourly, which can include additional earnings for work beyond quota, bonuses, on-call, or other performance-based compensation variables. Elara Caring determines compensation based on education, job related knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location. You will report to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor or designee. Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com. Pay & Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits. EVerify: Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited physical therapy assistant program and hold a current, unrestricted PTA license. Preferred qualifications include 6+ months of experience and the ability to travel within the coverage area.

  • associate degree
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Lifting
  • Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Patient Care
  • Bending
  • Travel
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Physical Therapy
  • Healthcare Compliance
  • Patient Instruction
  • Plan of Care
  • Assistive Devices
  • Orthotic Devices
  • Therapy Programs
  • Prosthetic Devices

Benefits

  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • 401K
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Pet Insurance
  • Continuing Education Opportunities
  • Family Bereavement
  • Pet Bereavement

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$31 - $38/hr
Locations
Jerseyville, Illinois; Litchfield, Illinois; Carlinville, Illinois
Posted
May 1, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Elara Caring

Elara Caring is one of the nation’s largest providers of home-based care, with a national footprint in the Northeast, Midwest and Southwest. The company is comprised of 26,000 caregivers serving over 60,000 patients and their families daily, in 225 locations across 17 states and...

Salary listed on 339 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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Illinois home health PTA demand remains steady

Physical Therapist Assistant home health roles in Illinois are typically driven by ongoing demand for in-home rehabilitation and discharge support. These positions are competitive because employers usually want a current Illinois PTA license, accredited program completion, and reliable transportation for travel between patients. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, vehicle, and insurance details before applying.

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