Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Elara Caring • Ann Arbor, MI • 9h ago

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:

Full-Time | Weekdays Only

Territory: Saline - Ann Arbor - Dexter

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Care That Slows Down - So Progress Can Speed Up

What if your day allowed you to focus on one patient at a time - no overcrowded gyms, no constant interruptions, no rushed sessions?

At Elara Caring , our Physical Therapist Assistants practice therapy the way it was meant to be delivered: personal, intentional, and impactful. In this home-based role, you'll see patients where they're most comfortable, helping them rebuild strength, restore movement, and gain confidence in their daily lives.

Every visit is an opportunity to connect, encourage, and witness meaningful milestones - not just complete tasks.

Why This Role Feels Different

True one-on-one patient care in a home setting

Consistent weekday schedule with predictable hours

Time to build trust, educate, and see outcomes unfold

A clinical team that values collaboration and communication

You won't just treat symptoms - you'll help people return to the moments that matter most.

What You'll Be Doing

Provide skilled physical therapy services in patients' homes under the supervision of a Physical Therapist

Follow individualized Plans of Care and communicate patient progress or changes promptly

Support patients in improving mobility, balance, endurance, and overall function

Instruct patients and caregivers on exercises, safety techniques, and adaptive equipment

Document care accurately while adhering to state regulations and physician orders

Perform hands-on, physical work including transfers and patient assistance

Participate in flexible scheduling or occasional on-call needs as required

What Sets You Up for Success

Completion of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Active PTA license in the state of Michigan

Prior experience preferred, but new graduates are welcome

Dependable transportation, valid driver's license, and auto insurance

Comfortable traveling within the local service area

Ability to meet physical demands of the role, including lifting and movement

What You'll Gain at Elara Caring

Competitive pay with mileage reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO, paid holidays, and unique family & pet bereavement benefits

Tuition reimbursement for full-time team members

Free continuing education and professional development

Clear growth pathways within a nationally respected organization

Pet insurance - because family comes in all forms ??

As a growing organization, we invite you to share your information with us for consideration for future career opportunities. This is an exciting chance to connect with our compassionate and dedicated team, who truly value your unique skills and experiences in delivering exceptional care to those we serve.

Apply today and become part of a team that's redefining what home health therapy can be.

We value the unique skills of veterans and military spouses. We encourage applications from military veterans and their families.

Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.

Elara Caring participates in E-Verify and we will provide the Federal Government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers like Elara Caring can only use E-Verify once you have accepted the job offer and completed the Form I-9.

At Elara Caring, pay and compensation are determined by a variety of factors, including education, job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Our compensation structure reflects the cost of labor across different U.S. geographic markets, and may vary based on location.

This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities and requirements; upon request, a job description can be provided.

If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by reaching out to recruiting@elara.com.

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