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LPTA jobs are open across outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, and home health agencies, from entry-level aide positions to senior therapist roles, with specializations in geriatrics, pediatrics, and orthopedic rehabilitation. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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39122 AH at Home HH: Blue Ridge - Home Care Physical Therapy
Status:
Benefits Eligible:
Hours Per Week:
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
This position is Sign-On Bonus eligible, up to $7,500.00 for qualified applicants.
Pay Range:
$26.55 - $39.85Job Description
Essential Functions
Manage assigned patient caseload daily, ensuring timely care and documentation per plan of care and MD orders.
Collect health data from home assessments, telephonic contacts, and EMR.
Implement care programs including modalities, procedures, exercise, and education per PT plan.
Document and execute plan of care addressing patient/family needs, discharge planning, and resource use.
Apply clinical reasoning and skills for accurate assessments, therapy effectiveness, and prioritization of needs.
Provide and document patient/family education on deficits, goals, techniques, and home program with equipment use.
Observe, record, and report treatment reactions or condition changes to physician/PT.
Communicate updates on schedules, patient data, and orders with multidisciplinary team.
Incorporate short- and long-term goals into therapy, documented in visit notes.
Support collaboration with physician and PT leadership for timely feedback on patient condition or care changes.
Ensure clear, timely, complete documentation per policy and standards; meet productivity targets.
Perform treatments per State PT Practice Act, Home Health Conditions, JCAHO, Medicare, OASIS, and agency policy.
Promote shared governance, decision-making, and research to improve outcomes.
Maintain current PT knowledge and competence; integrate evidence and research into practice.
Contribute to quality PT practice; communicate effectively in all formats.
Collaborate with patients, families, and others in PT practice.
Evaluate own practice against standards, regulations, and accept constructive feedback.
Use appropriate resources for safe, effective, and cost-conscious PT services.
Physical Requirements
Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 50 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. Ability to travel extensively during all seasons to assigned patients place of residence. Works in a variety of home environments and conditions. Must speak English in good, understandable terms. Intact sense of sight, hearing, smell, touch. Finger dexterity. Critical thinking and ability to concentrate. Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions. Ability to work flexible schedule to meet patients' needs. Personal Protective Equipment such as gloves, goggles, gowns, and masks are sometimes required due to possible exposure to hazardous chemicals or blood and body fluids.
Education, Experience and Certifications
Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) program (required).
Current state licensure as a PTA (required).
Maintain current state driver’s license and auto insurance at all times.
Personal vehicle must be well maintained and in safe driving condition.
1-year experience as a licensed PT in a clinical care setting or home health (preferred).
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) from AHA (required).
Additional qualifications for special patient populations:
Pediatrics: 1-year pediatric experience within the past 5 years (preferred) OR education and training provided by Healthy\@Home.
Patient Population Served:
Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development principles.
Demonstrates skills and competency appropriate to age, culture, developmental stage, and special needs of patients served.
Protected Health Information (PHI):
Limit access to PHI to information reasonably necessary to perform job duties.
Share information only on a need-to-know basis for work purposes.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
The LPTA is a licensed professional who is responsible for an assigned group of patients, typically geographically related and accountable for the oversight and overall management of the physical therapy services in the home setting under the plan and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT). Implements physical therapy patient care programs on an intermittent basis in the home and notifies the PT of changes in the patient's condition, performance and response to treatment. These are performed in accordance with the physician's orders. A licensed physical therapist assistant's practice is guided by the Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Department:
39122 AH at Home HH: Blue Ridge - Home Care Physical Therapy
Status:
Benefits Eligible:
Hours Per Week:
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
This position is Sign-On Bonus eligible, up to $7,500.00 for qualified applicants.
Pay Range:
$26.55 - $39.85Job Description
Essential Functions
Manage assigned patient caseload daily, ensuring timely care and documentation per plan of care and MD orders.
Collect health data from home assessments, telephonic contacts, and EMR.
Implement care programs including modalities, procedures, exercise, and education per PT plan.
Document and execute plan of care addressing patient/family needs, discharge planning, and resource use.
Apply clinical reasoning and skills for accurate assessments, therapy effectiveness, and prioritization of needs.
Provide and document patient/family education on deficits, goals, techniques, and home program with equipment use.
Observe, record, and report treatment reactions or condition changes to physician/PT.
Communicate updates on schedules, patient data, and orders with multidisciplinary team.
Incorporate short- and long-term goals into therapy, documented in visit notes.
Support collaboration with physician and PT leadership for timely feedback on patient condition or care changes.
Ensure clear, timely, complete documentation per policy and standards; meet productivity targets.
Perform treatments per State PT Practice Act, Home Health Conditions, JCAHO, Medicare, OASIS, and agency policy.
Promote shared governance, decision-making, and research to improve outcomes.
Maintain current PT knowledge and competence; integrate evidence and research into practice.
Contribute to quality PT practice; communicate effectively in all formats.
Collaborate with patients, families, and others in PT practice.
Evaluate own practice against standards, regulations, and accept constructive feedback.
Use appropriate resources for safe, effective, and cost-conscious PT services.
Physical Requirements
Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 50 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. Ability to travel extensively during all seasons to assigned patients place of residence. Works in a variety of home environments and conditions. Must speak English in good, understandable terms. Intact sense of sight, hearing, smell, touch. Finger dexterity. Critical thinking and ability to concentrate. Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions. Ability to work flexible schedule to meet patients' needs. Personal Protective Equipment such as gloves, goggles, gowns, and masks are sometimes required due to possible exposure to hazardous chemicals or blood and body fluids.
Education, Experience and Certifications
Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) program (required).
Current state licensure as a PTA (required).
Maintain current state driver’s license and auto insurance at all times.
Personal vehicle must be well maintained and in safe driving condition.
1-year experience as a licensed PT in a clinical care setting or home health (preferred).
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) from AHA (required).
Additional qualifications for special patient populations:
Pediatrics: 1-year pediatric experience within the past 5 years (preferred) OR education and training provided by Healthy\@Home.
Patient Population Served:
Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development principles.
Demonstrates skills and competency appropriate to age, culture, developmental stage, and special needs of patients served.
Protected Health Information (PHI):
Limit access to PHI to information reasonably necessary to perform job duties.
Share information only on a need-to-know basis for work purposes.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
The LPTA is a licensed professional who is responsible for an assigned group of patients, typically geographically related and accountable for the oversight and overall management of the physical therapy services in the home setting under the plan and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT). Implements physical therapy patient care programs on an intermittent basis in the home and notifies the PT of changes in the patient's condition, performance and response to treatment. These are performed in accordance with the physician's orders. A licensed physical therapist assistant's practice is guided by the Physical Therapy Practice Act.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in LPTA jobs.
- Associate degree in physical therapist assistant from an accredited program
- Active state licensure or eligibility to sit for the NPTE-PTA exam
- Experience with documentation platforms such as WebPT, Clinicient, or Epic
- Ability to work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist
- Hands-on experience with therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and modalities
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification
Tips for Your LPTA Job Search
List your supervised clinical hours clearly
Many lpta job postings require a specific number of documented clinical hours under a licensed PT. Break yours out by setting, such as inpatient, outpatient, or home health, so hiring managers can confirm your background matches their patient population at a glance.
Tailor your resume to the patient population
An lpta resume for a pediatric outpatient clinic should highlight developmental and neuromuscular cases, while one for a skilled nursing facility should lead with functional mobility and fall prevention. Customize your three most relevant bullet points for each application rather than sending one generic version.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lpta openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by setting before you apply
Outpatient orthopedics, home health, and SNF roles each have different productivity expectations, documentation systems, and caseload types. Decide which setting fits your strengths before applying so your cover letter and interview answers speak directly to that environment rather than defaulting to generic responses.
Prepare for a skills demonstration interview
Many lpta interviews include a practical component where you walk through a patient scenario, demonstrate a manual technique, or explain how you would progress a patient's plan of care. Review your most recent cases and practice narrating your clinical reasoning out loud before the interview.
Negotiate start date around license verification
State licensure boards vary widely in how long they take to verify credentials and issue your lpta license. If you're waiting on a new state license, ask about a conditional start date tied to licensure rather than walking away from an offer with a hard start you can't meet.
LPTA Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lptas?
The companies hiring the most lptas right now include Huntsville Hospital Health System, Prohealth, and HealthPRO Heritage, with the largest share of openings in Alabama, Ohio, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in skilled nursing, outpatient orthopedics, and home health settings.
How many lpta jobs are remote?
About 0% of lpta openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than most healthcare roles given the hands-on nature of physical therapy. The sub-areas where remote or telehealth work does appear include patient education, home exercise program instruction, and some care coordination responsibilities within larger health systems.
How do you become a lpta?
You complete an accredited associate degree program in physical therapist assisting, pass the National Physical Therapy Examination for PTAs, and obtain a license in the state where you plan to work. Most programs include clinical rotations across multiple settings, which you document and submit as part of your licensure application. Some states also require jurisprudence exams before they issue your license.
How do you get hired as a lpta with little experience?
Highlight your clinical rotation hours prominently and be specific about the patient populations and techniques you worked with, even if the placements were short. Many outpatient clinics and home health agencies hire new graduates and pair them with a supervising PT during onboarding. Applying to settings where you completed a rotation gives you a concrete talking point and a reference contact already familiar with your work.
What does the lpta interview process look like?
Most lpta interviews begin with a phone screen focused on your licensure status and availability, followed by an in-person or video interview with a clinical director or supervising PT. You'll typically discuss patient scenarios, your documentation experience, and how you handle productivity expectations. Some employers add a brief practical component where you demonstrate positioning, a therapeutic technique, or your approach to progressing a patient's exercise program.
Where can I find and apply to lpta jobs?
You can find and apply to lpta jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your setting preference, experience level, and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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