Home Health Physical Therapist

JTC Home Health; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 103,320 - 165,312; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Competitive pay per visit

Job summary

JTC Home Health is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist (PT) to provide home health services in El Cajon, La Mesa, Santee and surrounding East County. This role offers flexible scheduling and the opportunity for one-on-one patient care in patients' homes.

The PT will perform initial and ongoing assessments, develop and document the Plan of Care, and deliver skilled therapies while educating patients and families. Travel across the East County service area is required.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in California.
• 1+ year of clinical experience; Home Health preferred.
• Current CPR certification (AHA BLS).

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' functional status (mobility, strength, home safety).
• Develop, implement, and document Plan of Care with physician and supervisor.
• Provide PT treatments: therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, gait training.
• Educate patients and caregivers on equipment, home exercise programs, and safety.
• Complete all clinical documentation in the EMR accurately and efficiently.

Skills

Communication

Clinical judgment

Patient-focused

Compassionate care

Education

California PT license

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Physical Therapist (PT) - Home Health - El Cajon & East County

JTC Home Health Inc. is actively seeking an experienced and dedicated Per Diem Physical Therapist (PT) to join our growing team. Serve patients in the El Cajon, La Mesa, Santee, and surrounding East County areas of San Diego.

Why Join JTC Home Health?

• Flexibility: Create your own patient schedule to achieve the perfect work-life balance.
• Focus on Care: Enjoy one-on-one time with patients in their homes, truly making a difference in their recovery and independence.
• Competitive Pay: Excellent per visit rate for your skilled services in a high-demand area.

The Role & Responsibilities

You will be responsible for providing comprehensive physical therapy services to homebound patients as part of an interdisciplinary team.

• Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the patient's functional status, including mobility, strength, and home environment safety.
• Develop, implement, and document the Plan of Care (POC) in coordination with the physician and clinical supervisor.
• Provide skilled physical therapy treatments such as therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and gait training to restore function and prevent disability.
• Educate patients, family members, and caregivers on the safe and effective use of necessary medical equipment, home exercise programs, and safety precautions.
• Complete all clinical documentation accurately and efficiently using our Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.

What You\'ll Need

• License: Current and unrestricted Physical Therapist (PT) license in the State of California.
• Experience: 1+ year of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist (Home Health experience strongly preferred).
• Certification: Current CPR certification (AHA Basic Life Support required).
• Logistics: Valid driver\'s license, reliable and insured vehicle, and comfortable with travel across the East County service area.
• Skills: Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication, and a compassionate, patient-first attitude.