Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) (10137)
Company: Summit Home Care & Hospice
Location: Bloomington
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summit Home Care and Hospice is searching for an
experienced and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to
join our team. We’re committed to providing comprehensive
healthcare services in the comfort of our patients' homes to
positively impact quality of life by redefining the delivery of
care. Summit is also proud to offer AI-Assisted clinical
documentation to streamline charting and free ECUs. Physical
Therapist Assistant (PTA): Full-Time Hours: Monday - Friday; 40
Hours/Week (Flexible Scheduling); 30 Visits/Week (6 Visits/Day) Pay
Structure: $74,000-$84,000/Year (Based on Pay per Visit Rates and
Experience) Additional Earnings: $1,000 Quarterly Bonus for
Maintaining 90% Average Productivity Coverage Location:
Bloomington, IN & Surrounding areas (Including Lawrence County &
Green County) Travel: Required Milage Reimbursement ($0.48/Mile)
Responsibilities: Work directly with patients on therapeutic
exercises designed to help regain full mobility, strengthen their
muscles, and improve coordination. Administer various physical
modalities, such as soft tissue massage, electrical muscle
stimulation and ultrasounds, to help relieve pain, improve
circulation and decrease swelling in the muscles. Collaborate with
other team personnel to achieve well-rounded care. Develop and
implement physical therapy programs that focus on rehabilitation.
Evaluate effects of therapy treatment and communicate patients'
progress. Observe and reassess a patient’s progress so they can
modify the plan of care as needed. Share necessary information with
the Physical Therapist (PT) if/when adjustments need to be made.
Ensure that their patients receive personalized care. Provide
training for using assistive devices, such as crutches, canes, or
prosthetics. Record and document patient care services and
progress. Keep the Physical Therapist (PT) up to date on the
patient’s progress and ensure they know which aspects of the
treatment are working or need adjustments to help determine the
best path forward. Qualifications Requirements: Associate Degree in
Science or Applied Science from an Accredited Institution. Active
PTA License in the state of Indiana. Valid driver's license &
reliable transportation with automobile insurance. Possess &
maintain a current CPR certification. Recent TB Test.
Qualifications: Must be willing to travel to patients’ homes to
provide care. Previous experience in physical therapy,
rehabilitation, or other areas preferred. Excellent verbal and
written communication and organization skills. Ability to build
rapport with in-home patients, Physical Therapist (PT) and Assisted
Living Facility (ALF)/Independent Living Facility (ILF staff), as
necessary. Work in a fast-paced, flexible work environment. Must be
able to handle the physical workload with kindness, compassion, and
empathy. Strong leadership qualities. Benefits: Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance Flexible Schedule Referral Program Mileage
Reimbursement
Keywords: Summit Home Care & Hospice, Bloomington , Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) (10137), Healthcare , Bloomington, Indiana
