I’m a home health PTA in the Midwest and I agree with you on all of this! It is super freeing to be able to have pretty much complete control over my day and take more or less work if I want. I used to be the one who saw all of the rural areas and I would sometimes drive 200+ miles in a day, 45/60 min drive times in between patients. Got paid mileage and drive time. It was really nice to have me time, listen to music/podcasts, stop for lunch/etc. I now just see a more concentrated area which has its own perks too. I never thought I would LOVE home health this much. I was the person in school who has dead set on outpatient, now I don’t think I could go back to anything else. After trying outpatient and inpatient rehab for 3 years, I’ve happily found my niche in home health after 4 years at the same home health job. Not looking back!

I’d say another thing you don’t have to worry about either is productivity with home health. You see the patient, do your thing and get paid. That’s it. I’m a PTA in the Cincinnati, Ohio area and I love it! So much freedom with your daily schedule really can’t beat it.

Been working Outpatient in CA for five years and I don’t know why the light bulb just turned on now for this. It upsets me that I bust my ass in Outpatient trying to get the most out of all my patients’ visits and get paid significantly less than the home healthers. I don’t regret my experience for I have tools to take with me when in enter HH, but getting advice from colleagues along with videos like this help me see there is great potential to get the career satisfaction and get the ample compensation we so much want.

I'm a PT that just switched from outpatient to HH. Absolutely love it. I wish I didn't have so many evals so I could focus more on treatment but other than that I love the day to day.

This may have just sealed the deal for me. I’m an independent style worker and been looking into PTA for a while. Thanks for the vid

Really enjoyed the video! I am a PTA, but have never worked in home health. I like this style of video getting a peak into what a day is like. I am excited to see more content in the future, HH related or not!

Thanks for sharing your experience! I’m almost 30 and considering going back to become a PTA.

Wow your assignment was in the town that I live in! Punta Gorda! I have chills I’m sitting at the university right now waiting for my ten o’clock appointment for the pta program. I’ve been a CNA and phlebotomist the last 9 years I am 27. I do home health now and already have a head start as I do exercises the pt left with my clients, that is the highlight of my shifts. This was a sign! To go through with this!

Hi Jared, I’m an OTA who’s done inpatient, outpatient, and home health. That’s a sweet deal for mileage and drive time as I’m also here in Florida and doesn’t appear to be Uber common.

Looking farward to more videos. Im taking the Test next Wednesday amd home health or snf is where I want to start. Thank you and keep up the good info

I was very sad when home health said “ok you’re healthy enough to go to out patient.” They all have their place. It’s great when a clinician finds their perfect place. Hydrate dude 😊 Now I am an on demand provider for a single client. Heaven!! PRN =per need (not really but my descriptive mnemonic)

Hey anyway you can show us your routine with the paperwork and the most efficient way to handle it?

hey Jared, thank you for sharing this! Im a PTA student myself and I am def looking forward to graduating.

Great video! Look forward to more videos!

This video was very helpful! Thanks for sharing :)

Enjoyed the video, thanks.

Thank you SO much for making this! Wow this was like a breath of fresh air in a sea of doom & gloom I've heard about this field. I've been a LMT for 12 years, Orthopedic certified. Deep down I've always dreamed of learning even more about musculoskeletal system & going to school for PTA. I've been on the fence though bc SO many (even some I followed here on YT) have quit bc there's "no room for growth". I'd like to do HH or Canine Rehab (or both lol) I hv a few questions: -Is it true that you get paid the same whether you do 50 pts or 5? I've heard that's how it is in Opd & hope that's not the case w HH. I think it's important we get paid for our abilities & talents, not flat rate. -Do you need to work INPT or OPD for a year before doing HH? You are very well spoken & clearly are very comfortable with what you do. I love that. Also, I think it's great you said you get to pick how many/week. This definitely seems like something I'd love to do. I live in New Orleans so traffic is crazy but I'm used to it😬 thx for any help w this

Thank you for a cool video . I want to become a PTA. Looking for a college in Miami area . Just so many bad reviews regarding to payment and studying process. Will be very thankful if someone can give me tips . So far I’m choosing between Keiser University and Broward college .

Hi, iam doing my board for PTA on april thanks for your video's

Worked in home health for 23 years. There are PT’s that tell me that you don’t use your brain in HH. I disagree! I found I used my skills/brain more. I’ve been in OP last seven years. PTA for 32 years.

I’m graduating this May as a PTA, when they state flexible schedule what exactly does this entail? Thanks for the video it seems like HH would fit me as a person.

Thanks for the video! I’m applying this year. Nervous 😟

Hey Jared! Quick question. If you're PRN, (not full time) then how do you have insurance?

do you only get to do the exercises that the PT prescribes, or do you have freedom to adjust if you see something isn't working or might not be appropriate et? whats that relationship/collaboration like between you and the PT?

My biggest concern is that does this career allow you to live the same lifestyle that it promotes? In other words, do you have time and the energy in your daily life to hit the gym and stay in good health, or does this job run you all over the place to where at the end of the day you’re just ready to hit the couch and go to sleep so you’re ready to do it all over again the next day?

How do you think your pay as a pta will be hit with the coming changes in January? I make around 43k year before tax in California. Still think PTA will pay more than that with the cuts?

What school would you recommend to become a PTA in Miami Beach! I am relocating from New York in the Fall.

After graduating from physical therapy assistant school are you able to jump into home health work. Or is better to gain experience from an outpatient clinic first ?

I’m a 46 year old male. I am a licensed massage therapist. I am currently in a Nurse Aide program. I have applied to a PTA program and should know if I’m accepted in March. I’ve considered doing home health and will likely try it. But I’m thinking of starting my own business. Just starting at my age makes me nervous what my career outlook may be.

I’m debating on if I want to go to school for pta or ota any suggestions?

What exactly can you really do in home health PT intervention…maybe walk around the home a little, make them do some mousercise leg kicks and marches, go up down stairs, and stand up from some chairs…maybe balance themselves on one leg..? What else really is there to do??

Hey Jared, I am currently finishing up my Associate of Arts Degree and was planning on going into the PTA program at the community college I am attending. Would it be better for me to get my bachelor's first, then go into the PTA program or should I just go straight into the PTA program? Also Is getting a Bachelor's in Psychology a good choice for PT/PTA?

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Do you get to choose your hours or pick sessions? Also does the company you work for offer benefits like health insurance or 401k matching? Also is a PTA paid like salary or hourly based?

Are there any cons to being in home health? If there are any? What is the experience needed to be a in the position you’re in?

Hi Jared, I am a recent PTA grad and working PRN in Acute rehab but I keep getting canceled due to the census so I’m looking for part time. I did a home health clinical and really enjoyed it but my understanding is I typically need 2 years of experience. It would be amazing not to have productivity standards because the documentation sucks the fun out of the PT world and the prod std just makes it more stressful.

Great video. What is the market like for HH COTA's?

Is Home Health PTA a travel PTA?

So then you are self employed?

What is your salary looking like?

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What’s your salary like?

Hey Jared, I was wondering if I could possibly contact you and REALLY pick your brain?? I am currently in PTA school and second guessing it, but I don’t want to feel that way. Everything you stated about “work freedom, entrepreneurship, your day to day, the pay, the freedom, the travel, ect,” made me feel better again. If you would like to help me out with some questions, I could give u my email or contact. Thank you!! 🙏🏽