Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Home Health

Job overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Home Health role is based in Cartersville, GA, with care delivered in patients’ homes. Annual total cash target pay is $58,241–$87,361, assuming full-time employment and full productivity; the posting also lists $33.60–$50.40 per visit point and $28.00–$42.00 per hour for specified work. Amedisys, part of the Optum family, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. Working under a licensed physical therapist, the PTA carries out individualized plans to support mobility, strength, balance, safety, and independence. The role contributes to recovery and quality of life by monitoring patient responses, documenting care, and coordinating with the clinical team.

What you'll do

• Provide physical therapy interventions under a physical therapist’s direction and the physician-approved plan of care
• observe, record, and report patient responses or condition changes
• document supervisory activities and treatment responses
• participate in care conferences, in-services, audits, quality improvement, and peer review
• maintain confidentiality
• and coordinate follow-up recommendations and referrals.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

physical therapist assistant

pta

home health

cartersville ga

optum

amedisys

full-time

annual target pay $58,241–$87,361

per-visit pay

hourly pay

patient mobility

home-based care

cpr certification

state pta license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility.

Why this role

Compensation includes per-visit-point pay for visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities; requires an accredited PTA program, state license, CPR certification, and driver’s license with reliable transportation.

About the employer

Optum is hiring for this role. Industry: Home Health Care Services. Sector: 62.