Compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant - Home Care

Bridge Home Health & Hospice; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridge Home Health & Hospice is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to provide PT services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care. You will help patients relieve pain, restore function, and maintain maximum independence through guided exercises and the use of therapeutic modalities.

The role requires an Associate’s degree (APTA-approved) and current CPR certification, along with a California PTA license.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain current CPR certification.
• Verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Strong organizational skills and reliability required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy under supervision of a licensed PT and per physician’s care plan.
• Treat patients to relieve pain and restore or maintain function.
• Lead active and passive therapeutic exercises, gait training, and transfer activities.
• Utilize physical agents such as heat, cold, ultrasound, massage, and electrical modalities.
• Observe patient responses and report changes to PT and organizational staff.
• Instruct patients on the use of mobility aids and durable medical equipment.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and notes within required timeframes.
• Attend team meetings and inservice education sessions as scheduled.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and adhere to attendance guidelines.

Skills

CPR certification

Verbal and written communication

Organization skills

California Driver’s License

Education

Associate’s degree in science or applied science (APTA-approved)

Licensed/approved as PTA by California PT Board

Job description

Bridge Home Health & Hospice is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to provide PT services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care. You will help patients relieve pain, restore function, and maintain maximum independence through guided exercises and the use of therapeutic modalities.

The role requires an Associate’s degree (APTA-approved) and current CPR certification, along with a California PTA license.