Physical Therapist Assistant PRN

PTMatch (United States); Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical malpractice保险

Work-life balance: no required nights,

Job summary

Agile Occupational Medicine in Oceanside, CA seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support orthopedic and work-injury care under a supervising PT. This PRN, part-time role focuses on implementing care plans, guiding exercises, and documenting progress with accuracy.

You will educate patients, monitor recovery, and coordinate with therapists, physicians, and clinics across North County. California PTA license required or in progress; BLS certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted California PTA license (or license in progress).
• BLS certification.
• Outpatient experience preferred; new graduates welcome.
• Strong time management, organization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute plan of care under supervising PT and support patient rehabilitation.
• Instruct patients in exercises, home programs, and education.
• Maintain communication with patient, supervising therapist, and referring physician.
• Implement treatment plans as directed by the PT.
• Assist patients with exercises, mobility aids, and functional activities.
• Monitor and document progress and report changes to supervising PT.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and safety.
• Complete timely documentation and maintain treatment areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Education

PTA program graduate

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant PRN | Agile Occupational Medicine | Oceanside, CA | Part-Time

Pay: $36.00-$42.00 per hour starting range. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Schedule

PRN, as needed, Monday through Friday. No required nights, weekends, or holidays.

Locations

This position covers Agile's Chula Vista, Downtown San Diego, National City, Vista, and Oceanside clinics on a PRN basis.

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides direct clinical care following the supervising Physical Therapist's plan of care, and supports PTs and patients with patient care management, organization, and communication. The caseload includes orthopedic conditions such as acute work-related injuries, pre- and post-surgical conditions, and workplace wellness and injury prevention.

Specialties

Orthopedics, sports medicine, manual therapy, ergonomics, injury prevention.

Responsibilities

• Execute the plan of care and follow-up treatment visits with a focus on rehabilitation.
• Instruct and counsel patients in exercises, home programs, and patient education.
• Maintain open communication with the patient, supervising therapist, and referring physician on the plan of care and progress.
• Implement treatment plans as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist patients with exercises, functional activities, and mobility aids.
• Monitor and document progress, reporting changes or concerns to the supervising PT.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety, and home programs.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in line with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Prepare and maintain therapy equipment and treatment areas.
• Support patient motivation and adherence to therapy programs.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical malpractice insurance
• Work-life balance: no required nights, weekends, or holidays
• Collaborative, fast-paced, dynamic work environment

About Agile Occupational Medicine

Agile Occupational Medicine is a leading occupational medicine group with a network of 42 centers providing work injury care and employer services across California and Yuma, Arizona. It is a fast-growing organization with a collaborative work environment.

Work location: In person, 3156 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92056, and other North County and San Diego clinics as needed.

Graduate of an accredited PTA program. Active, unrestricted California PTA license (or license in progress). BLS certification. Strong time management, organization, and communication skills. Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software. Outpatient experience preferred; new graduates welcome.