Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)
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Job Description
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
Delivering the right care, at the right time, in the right place is the mission that drives Elara Caring, and that starts with the right people. We have extraordinary employees with a passion and enthusiasm to exceed the expectations of each patient we serve, each visit, every day—and that could include you.
Elara Caring is looking for a passionate Physical Therapy Assistant PTA to join our elite team of healthcare professionals and make a difference, one patient at a time.
Why Join the Elara Caring Mission?
- Supportive, collaborative environment
- Unique, rewarding opportunity caring for patients in their homes
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive onboarding and mentorship
Opportunities for Advancement and Growth
Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K and paid-time off for full-time staff.
What Is Required?
- Current PTA License as required by state
- CPR certification with American Heart Association or America Red Cross
- Ability to meet physical demands of the job
- Positive attitude
- Dedication to quality patient care
- Strong communication skills
- Reliable transportation to perform job duties
- Apply with Elara Caring today!
- This is not a comprehensive list of all job duties; a full job description will be provided.
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 careers.elara.com
EVerify: Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapy Assistant will provide high-quality care to patients in their homes as part of an elite healthcare team. They are responsible for delivering patient-centered services that meet the specific needs of each individual during home visits.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current PTA license and possess a valid CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Additionally, applicants must have reliable transportation and the ability to meet the physical demands of home-based patient care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $63k (middle half $61k–$68k)23 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Indiana index 93.3 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Indiana | 583 active | 22,071 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Indiana Physical Therapist listings: 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 26% offer loan repayment595 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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