Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Home Health (24189)
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Job Description
- Job Location: TheraCare Home Health - Austin - Round Rock, TX 78681
- Position Type: Full Time
- Job Category: Physical TherapyPhysical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Home Health – Full-Time
- Location: Round Rock, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Manor, Hutto, Leander, Florence, Jarrell, Cedar Park, Austin, TX TheraCare is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a full-time home health opportunity providing in-home physical therapy services to adult and geriatric patients throughout North Austin and surrounding areas. This full-time home health PTA position is ideal for clinicians looking for flexibility, autonomy, and the ability to provide one-on-one patient care in the home setting. Therapists enjoy creating their own schedules while helping patients improve mobility, strength, safety, and overall independence in the comfort of their homes. Job
Responsibilities
Provide skilled home health physical therapy interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) Implement and carry out individualized Plans of Care (POC) developed and delegated by the supervising PT Treat patients with orthopedic, neurological, cardiac, and post-surgical conditions Administer therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance training, transfer training, and functional mobility activities Apply manual therapy techniques and non-complex modalities including heat, cold, electrical stimulation, and other physician-ordered treatments Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs (HEP), fall prevention, and safe mobility strategies Monitor patient response to treatment and promptly report changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist Complete accurate and timely electronic documentation in compliance with Medicare home health regulations Follow infection control standards and home health safety protocols Participate in QAPI and agency performance improvement initiatives This Full-Time home health PTA job in Austin, TX, is ideal for clinicians seeking flexible physical therapist assistant jobs with in-home patient care.
What We Offer: Competitive
Package Mileage Reimbursement Over-Productivity Pay Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Plan Options Supplemental Benefits (Life, Disability, and Accident Insurance) 401(k) with Matching Contributions Paid time off (Vacation/Sick/Holiday) for Full-Time Employees CEU Reimbursement Employee Recognition Program with Financial Rewards Patient Population Adults and seniors Post-surgical recovery Stroke and neurological conditions Chronic pain and mobility limitations Fall-risk patients in the home setting Job Details
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Schedule: Flexible daytime schedule Work Setting: Home Health / In-Home Physical Therapy
- Location: Round Rock
Georgetown, Pflugerville, Manor, Hutto, Leander, Florence, Jarrell, Cedar Park, Austin, TX Qualifications
Qualifications Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the state of Texas Home Health experience (1 year required) HomeCareHomeBase (HCHB) experience (preferred) Current CPR certification Strong communication, clinical judgment, and time-management skills Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance Why Work at TheraCare Patient-focused home health model Flexible scheduling and clinical autonomy Supportive leadership & collaborative interdisciplinary team Ongoing professional development opportunities Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an excellent benefit plan, including 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance plans, as well as a highly competitive compensation package Please visit cantexcc.com for more information
Key Responsibilities
Provide skilled physical therapy interventions in a home health setting by implementing individualized plans of care developed by a supervising physical therapist. Monitor patient progress, educate caregivers, and maintain accurate electronic documentation in compliance with Medicare regulations.
Requirements
Requires an associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program and an active Texas state license. Candidates must have at least one year of home health experience and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Texas, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$88k (705 salary observations; 6,240 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (13,008 salary observations; 66,534 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 25% in physical therapist assistant | ranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $76k (middle half $69k–$88k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Texas vs national | $88k median in Texas | $94k nationally (−6%)705 state / 13,008 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Texas index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Texas | 2,062 active | 22,005 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas physical therapist listings (all specialties): 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 17% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,905 in the last 30 days | 4,366 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Home Health (24189) at Cantex Continuing Care Network a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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