Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
- Location
- Queens, NY
- Work type
- Full Time · On-site
- Posted
- 2026-08-05
Job description
We are a small, therapist-led home care/field based physical therapy practice in Queens, NY, focused on providing high-quality, personalized care to Medicare Part B patients in the comfort of their own homes. Our mission is to deliver effective, compassionate, and convenient care to adults and seniors who want to maintain their independence and mobility.
We are also hiring PTA’s who have a desire to work with pediatric patients in the home health setting.
We are looking to bring on a reliable, communicative, and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to help us meet growing patient demand. You’ll be working under the supervision of a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy and will have the opportunity to build your caseload gradually with strong administrative support.
Responsibilities:
Provide in-home physical therapy services to Medicare Part B patients
Carry out an established plan of care developed by the supervising physical therapist
Deliver care focused on mobility improvement, pain reduction, fall prevention, and post-hospital or post-home health recovery
Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation using a HIPAA-compliant system
Communicate regularly with the supervising PT regarding patient status, progression, or any concerns
Coordinate scheduling directly with patients or support staff as needed
Maintain a high standard of professionalism, reliability, and respect for patients’ homes and privacy
Ensure a safe and clean working environment by adhering to infection control protocols
Who We’re Looking For:
Required:
Active New York State PTA license
Strong clinical skills and confidence working independently in the field
Excellent communication and documentation habits
Reliable transportation to travel within Queens
Must be comfortable working as a 1099 independent contractor
2+ years of clinical experience as a licensed PTA
Preferred:
1+ years of experience in outpatient, home health, or geriatric physical therapy
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of medical terminology, physiology, and anatomy to effectively support patient recovery
Compensation and Details:
Pay: $60/visit
Type: 1099 independent contractor (no benefits)
Flexible schedule — you control your availability
Caseload will start part-time (5–10 visits/week) with the opportunity to grow to 25–30+ visits/week
All patients have Medicare Part B with physician-approved plans of care