Physical Therapy Assistant | PRN | All County Home Health
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Pennant
San Antonio, TX, US
Summary
The physical therapy assistant provides direct physical therapy services under the direction of a physical therapist to help patients restore function and relieve pain. Responsibilities include performing therapeutic exercises, gait training, and maintaining accurate clinical records for patient care.
Job Description
All County Home Health & Hospice provides positive, life‑changing care to individuals and families throughout the Greater San Antonio area. Our team is united by a shared commitment to exceptional patient care and a culture that genuinely supports the people who deliver it.
⭐ Why Home Health Nurses Choose All County
At All County, our culture is built on core values that guide how we treat our patients—and each other:
- Celebration
- Accountability
- Passion for Learning
- Love One Another
- Intelligent Risk
- Customer Second
- Ownership
We believe in giving clinicians the autonomy, tools, and encouragement they need to grow. Your professional development matters here, and we set clear goals to help you advance while maintaining a healthy work–life balance.
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in
- accordance with the physician's plan of care.
- Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum
- performance.
- Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation,
- gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
- Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity,
- ultrasound and massage.
- Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s
- reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.
- Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or
- orthotic devices.
- Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be
- incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.
- Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization
- Inservice Education Program.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate’s
- degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy
- Association, Inc.
- Current certification or license as required by state law.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
- Must be a licensed driver with a vehicle that is insured in accordance with state or
- organization requirements and is in good working.
All County is part of the Pennant Group network of Home Health, Hospice, Senior Care, and Assisted Living organizations. This partnership gives us the stability of a large healthcare family while allowing our local team the freedom to innovate and serve our community with a personal touch.
What sets us apart is our commitment to empowering clinicians. We encourage creativity, clinical excellence, and the development of programs that truly meet the needs of our patients.
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.
Pennant empowers local healthcare leaders to provide life-changing care that meets the unique needs of their communities.
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.
At Pennant, we are driven by a simple truth: exceptional care begins with exceptional leadership. We understand that local leaders are the heartbeat of local care, and empowering them is the key to delivering personalized, Life-Changing Service in every community we serve.
Our affiliates provide a full continuum of healthcare services, including home health, hospice, home care, assisted living, independent living and senior living, each tailored to meet the unique needs of the individuals and families who entrust us with their care. From the comfort of home to supportive communities, we strive to enhance lives with clinical excellence and compassionate attention.
What sets Pennant apart is our unwavering focus on leadership development. We invest deeply in cultivating leaders at every level, equipping them with the tools, training, and resources to thrive. Pennant Services also serves as a resource hub for our affiliates, offering centralized support in areas such as clinical expertise, compliance, operations, and professional development. By empowering our local leaders with the resources they need, we ensure their success translates into exceptional care at the local level.
At Pennant, we know that the strength of our organization lies in the passion and dedication of our people. Whether serving on the frontlines or supporting behind the scenes, every team member shares a commitment to providing Life-Changing Service through meaningful, compassionate, individualized care. Together, we are building a legacy of trust, innovation, and excellence in healthcare—one community at a time.
Founded
2019
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Eagle, Idaho
At Pennant, we are driven by a simple truth: exceptional care begins with exceptional leadership. We understand that local leaders are the heartbeat of local care, and empowering them is the key to delivering personalized, Life-Changing Service in every community we serve.
Our affiliates provide a full continuum of healthcare services, including home health, hospice, home care, assisted living, independent living and senior living, each tailored to meet the unique needs of the individuals and families who entrust us with their care. From the comfort of home to supportive communities, we strive to enhance lives with clinical excellence and compassionate attention.
What sets Pennant apart is our unwavering focus on leadership development. We invest deeply in cultivating leaders at every level, equipping them with the tools, training, and resources to thrive. Pennant Services also serves as a resource hub for our affiliates, offering centralized support in areas such as clinical expertise, compliance, operations, and professional development. By empowering our local leaders with the resources they need, we ensure their success translates into exceptional care at the local level.
At Pennant, we know that the strength of our organization lies in the passion and dedication of our people. Whether serving on the frontlines or supporting behind the scenes, every team member shares a commitment to providing Life-Changing Service through meaningful, compassionate, individualized care. Together, we are building a legacy of trust, innovation, and excellence in healthcare—one community at a time.
Founded
2019
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Eagle, Idaho