RVNAhealth
Physical Therapist Assistant - Home Health
We are hiring for a full-time licensed
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
to provide high‑quality, in‑home therapy services to patients in Danbury, Newtown, and Bethel, Fairfield County.
As a Home Health PTA, you will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, supporting individuals through their recovery journey by helping them regain strength, mobility, and independence.
What You’ll Do
Provide therapeutic exercises and treatments based on the physical therapist’s plan of care
Deliver hands‑on care including gait training, strengthening, mobility exercises, and adaptive equipment use
Monitor and document patient progress and communicate regularly with the supervising PT
Adjust treatments (with PT approval) based on changes in patient status
Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and care‑planning discussions
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation using electronic tools
Deliver care with empathy, professionalism, and a focus on positive outcomes
Manage a productive caseload and travel locally to patient homes
What You Bring
Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
Current
Connecticut PTA license
in good standing
2+ years of clinical experience (home‑health experience preferred)
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license – ability to travel daily in Fairfield County
Comfort using tablets and completing electronic documentation
Why Join RVNAhealth
Work one‑on‑one with patients in a meaningful, home‑based setting
Supportive and collaborative rehab and clinical team
Competitive compensation and mileage reimbursement
Ongoing training and professional development
Be part of a non‑profit mission that has served the community for over 100 years
Benefits of Working at RVNAhealth
Competitive compensation
Extensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, a 403(b) plan with matching contributions, life and disability insurance plans
Paid time off
Personal wellness days
A supportive and employee‑centric culture
Comprehensive orientation
Ongoing educational, training and certification opportunities
Wellness programs
Compensation The pay range listed represents RVNAhealth’s commitment to pay transparency and is a reasonable estimate of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. The final salary will be determined based on careful consideration of factors such as exact location, experience, and expertise related to the qualifications.
Equal Employment Opportunity RVNAhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
It will be a condition of employment at RVNAhealth to submit to a pre‑employment physical/drug screen and background check, which may include the following: fingerprinting, verification of employment, paraprofessional certifications, designations or licenses, and educational background.
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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
to provide high‑quality, in‑home therapy services to patients in Danbury, Newtown, and Bethel, Fairfield County.
As a Home Health PTA, you will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, supporting individuals through their recovery journey by helping them regain strength, mobility, and independence.
What You’ll Do
Provide therapeutic exercises and treatments based on the physical therapist’s plan of care
Deliver hands‑on care including gait training, strengthening, mobility exercises, and adaptive equipment use
Monitor and document patient progress and communicate regularly with the supervising PT
Adjust treatments (with PT approval) based on changes in patient status
Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and care‑planning discussions
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation using electronic tools
Deliver care with empathy, professionalism, and a focus on positive outcomes
Manage a productive caseload and travel locally to patient homes
What You Bring
Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
Current
Connecticut PTA license
in good standing
2+ years of clinical experience (home‑health experience preferred)
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license – ability to travel daily in Fairfield County
Comfort using tablets and completing electronic documentation
Why Join RVNAhealth
Work one‑on‑one with patients in a meaningful, home‑based setting
Supportive and collaborative rehab and clinical team
Competitive compensation and mileage reimbursement
Ongoing training and professional development
Be part of a non‑profit mission that has served the community for over 100 years
Benefits of Working at RVNAhealth
Competitive compensation
Extensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, a 403(b) plan with matching contributions, life and disability insurance plans
Paid time off
Personal wellness days
A supportive and employee‑centric culture
Comprehensive orientation
Ongoing educational, training and certification opportunities
Wellness programs
Compensation The pay range listed represents RVNAhealth’s commitment to pay transparency and is a reasonable estimate of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. The final salary will be determined based on careful consideration of factors such as exact location, experience, and expertise related to the qualifications.
Equal Employment Opportunity RVNAhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
It will be a condition of employment at RVNAhealth to submit to a pre‑employment physical/drug screen and background check, which may include the following: fingerprinting, verification of employment, paraprofessional certifications, designations or licenses, and educational background.
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