Homecare Physical Therapy Assistant
Company: MorseLife Health Systems
Location: West Palm Beach
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description SUMMARY The Physical Therapy
Assistant implements an individual patient therapy care plan that
has been prepared by the Physical Therapist and works under the
supervision of the Physical Therapist. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS Identifies
possible ineffective drug therapy or adverse reactions, significant
side effects, drug allergies, and contra-indicated medication and
reports to supervisor. Observes and records activities and findings
in the clinical record and reporting to the physician the client's
reaction to treatment and any changes in the client's condition.
Instructs other health team personnel including, the appropriate,
home health aide and family members in certain phases of physical
therapy with which they may work with the client. Participates with
staff, client, and physician in discharge activities and assists
the Physical Therapist in completing the Physical Therapy discharge
summary within the designated framework of the Agency policies.
Communicates effectively with all those providing care. Under the
supervision of the physical therapist, assists in evaluation and
development of the rehabilitative plan of care and in periodic
re-evaluation as indicated. As directed, performs routine
strengthening and therapeutic exercises. Assists in teaching
exercise programs to patient and family. Consults with the
therapist regarding the outcome of home visits and reports physical
findings in written form. Writes daily progress notes on patients,
and submits same within 72 hours, and prepares periodic summary
reports as indicated. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position
has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION
and/or EXPERIENCE) Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from
two-year College or technical school; or six months to one-year
related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of
education and experience. Communicate effectively in English (the
primary language of the residents) Work well in a team or alone
Organized and flexible Computer proficient Must have at least 2
years’ Physical Therapy Assistant experience. CERTIFICATES,
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Registered Physical Therapy Assistant in
the State of Florida CPR certification This position requires a
background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening
Clearinghouse. For information on the requirements, please visit
the Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website at
https://info.flclearinghouse.com Powered by JazzHR kxLrGfyb37
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