Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Join Our Team at Varco Home Health

Varco Home Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our growing team in San Antonio, Texas. We are currently needing coverage in the Northwest, Northeast, Southwest, and Southeast areas.

This is a PRN (as-needed) position offering true flexibility—ideal for clinicians seeking work-life balance or supplemental income. At Varco, you’ll play a vital role in helping patients regain independence through high-quality care delivered in the comfort of their homes.

What makes Varco different:
We prioritize clinician autonomy. You have the ability to choose the patients you see, the areas you cover, and how you structure your day. We do not assign rigid routes or dictate travel distances, allowing you to create a schedule that works best for you and helps prevent burnout.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with Patient Evaluation:
Support the supervising Physical Therapist by gathering patient information, observing functional abilities, and contributing to the development of care plans.

Implement Treatment Plans:
Carry out individualized treatment plans created by the supervising PT to help restore mobility, improve strength, and enhance functional performance.

Provide Therapeutic Interventions:
Deliver interventions including therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and functional mobility training.

Patient & Caregiver Instruction:
Educate patients and their families on home exercise programs, safety techniques, and strategies to support ongoing progress.

Monitor and Document Progress:
Accurately document patient treatments, observations, and responses, and communicate changes to the supervising PT.

Collaborate with the Care Team:
Work closely with the supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.

Home Safety Awareness:
Observe and report any environmental risks within the home setting and reinforce safety recommendations provided by the PT.

Deliver Compassionate Care:
Provide empathetic, high-quality care focused on improving patient independence and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in Texas (TX)
• Home health or rehabilitation experience preferred
• Ability to adapt treatment approaches to meet individual patient needs
• Knowledge of evidence-based therapy practices
• Strong communication skills and patient-centered approach
• Valid Driver’s License
• Kinnser/WellSky EMR experience preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $55 per visit
• Flexible scheduling
• Autonomy over your territory and workload
• Supportive team environment

Work Location:
On the road – Serving the San Antonio, Texas area