Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Home Health - PRN
Company : Encompass Health
Location : Ogden, UT, 84405
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 6 January 2026
Overview
Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice.
As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. We’re committed to expanding what’s possible for patient care in the home, all while fostering a unique culture that is both innovative and collaborative.
At Enhabit, the best of what’s next starts with us. We not only make it a priority to maintain an ethical and stable workplace but also continually invest in our employees. By extending ongoing professional development opportunities and providing cutting-edge technology solutions, we ensure our employees are always moving their careers forward and prepared to deliver a better way to care for our patients.
Ever-mindful of the need for employees to care for themselves and their families, Enhabit offers competitive benefits that support and promote healthy lifestyle choices. Subject to employee eligibility, some benefits, tools and resources include:
- 30 days PDO – Up to 6 weeks (PDO includes company observed holidays)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Scholarship program for employees
- Matching 401(k) plan for all employees
- Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Supplemental insurance policies for life, disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance plans for full-time employees
- Flexible spending account plans for full-time employees
- Minimum essential coverage health insurance plan for all employees
- Electronic medical records and mobile devices for all clinicians
- Incentivized bonus plan
Responsibilities
Our Physical Therapy Assistants work under the direction of our Physical Therapists and treat patients with physical impairments through the use of physical modalities. The goal is to assist persons who are physically challenged to improve mobility and function, independent self-care, other skills necessary for functioning in daily living.
Qualifications
- Be currently licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA in the state of employment.
- A minimum of one year of clinical experience is preferred.
- A minimum of one year of home health experience is preferred.
Additional Information
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.
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Frequently asked questions
PRN roles often offer flexible scheduling, allowing Physical Therapy Assistants in Ogden to balance personal commitments with work. Given Ogden's community-focused lifestyle, many find PRN positions ideal for supplementing income while enjoying local amenities and family time.
Employers in Ogden usually require a valid Physical Therapist Assistant license for Utah, with home health certifications considered a plus. Specialized training in electronic medical records and patient mobility care enhances a candidate’s appeal in this region.
Key strengths include proficiency in patient mobility techniques, understanding of home-based care protocols, and effective communication with patients and therapists. A PTA must adapt physical modalities to diverse home environments to maximize recovery outcomes.
Many PTAs leverage home health experience to pursue specialized certifications or transition into physical therapist roles. Continuous education and hands-on expertise in patient care at home open opportunities for leadership or clinical specialization.
Encompass Health emphasizes ethical patient care with innovative technology use, requiring PTAs to master electronic medical records and personalized treatment plans. PRN PTAs support dynamic caseloads, adapting quickly while delivering compassionate home health services.
Encompass Health combines competitive benefits with cutting-edge mobile technology, fostering a collaborative culture. Their focus on employee development and comprehensive insurance packages sets them apart in Ogden’s home health market.
Physical Therapy Assistants working PRN in Ogden generally earn between $45,000 and $58,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. The home health focus and part-time nature can influence compensation, with bonuses occasionally offered.
Ogden's demand for home health Physical Therapy Assistants has grown, driven by an aging population. While competition exists, licensed PTAs with home health experience and flexible PRN availability tend to secure roles quicker.
PTAs often manage varying home environments, requiring adaptability to space constraints and patient-specific needs. They must balance clinical professionalism with personalized care, navigating logistics like travel between patient residences.
By closely following prescribed physical modalities and customizing exercises to individual capabilities, PTAs accelerate functional recovery. Effective communication with therapists ensures treatment plans are adjusted promptly to optimize outcomes.