Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant
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Job Description
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Brookestone Home Health Care Elkhorn, Nebraska
Help Patients Thrive in the Comfort of Home
Brookestone Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team serving Elkhorn and the surrounding communities. As a PTA, you will work directly with patients in their homes, helping them improve mobility, regain independence, and achieve their rehabilitation goals under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
If you are passionate about providing personalized care and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, we'd love to hear from you.
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy services as prescribed by a physician and directed by a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA implements treatment plans, monitors patient progress, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to support positive patient outcomes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Administer physical therapy treatments according to the established plan of care.
- Observe and report patient progress, responses, and concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Educate patients and caregivers on exercise programs, mobility techniques, and home safety.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
- Participate in care coordination with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Promote patient independence, safety, and quality of life.
- Travel to patient homes within the assigned service area.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Current Nebraska PTA license in good standing.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license, dependable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining close collaboration with the supervising therapist.
- Home health experience preferred, but not required.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Mileage reimbursement
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Meaningful one-on-one patient care
Why Join Brookestone Home Health Care?
At Brookestone Home Health Care, we are committed to providing exceptional care that allows patients to remain safely in their homes while achieving their health and wellness goals. Our team values compassion, integrity, excellence, and teamwork, creating a rewarding environment for both our employees and the patients we serve.
Apply today and help us make a difference, one patient at a time.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant administers physical therapy treatments in patient homes according to established plans of care. They also monitor patient progress, educate patients and caregivers, and maintain accurate clinical documentation while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Nebraska, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (57 salary observations; 241 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,149 salary observations; 57,960 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Nebraska is 90.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.4% of Nebraska clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $75k (middle half $66k–$79k)60 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Nebraska vs national | $91k median in Nebraska | $94k nationally (−4%)57 state / 15,149 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Nebraska index 90.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Nebraska | 115 active | 22,060 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
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