Physical Therapist Assistant -Olympia, WA
Company: Assured Home Health & Hospice
Location: Olympia
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Physical Therapist Assistant -Olympia, WA at Assured Home Health
& Hospice summary: The Physical Therapist Assistant provides home
health treatment and exercise instruction under the supervision of
a Physical Therapist to improve patient well-being. This role
involves following state laws, documenting patient progress,
coordinating with healthcare team members, and educating patients
and caregivers. The position requires licensure, CPR certification,
and flexible scheduling including weekends and holidays to meet
patient care 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,
patient care coordination, licensed PTA, CPR certification,
flexible scheduling, home physical therapy
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