Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Health

Seaport Scripps Home Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Critical illness benefit

Job summary

Seaport Scripps Home Health is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide in-home care across San Diego County. You will work under a licensed Physical Therapist, performing mobility and strength exercises, gait training, and rehabilitation plans.

Eligible candidates hold an active CA PTA license and CPR certification. We offer full-time hours, a generous benefits package including health/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Active California PTA license.
• Minimum 2 years of patient care experience; Home Health preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license with insured vehicle.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home physical therapy under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist and according to the Plan of Care.
• Assist patients with mobility, strength, pain management, and range of motion exercises.
• Implement therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfers, and prosthetic training.
• Utilize physical agents such as heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound, and massage.
• Educate patients on assistive devices and monitor progress.

Skills

CA PTA license

Home Health experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

Communication skills

Job description

$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS!!!Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home HealthPay Range: $40 - $50 per hourJob Type: Full TimeLocation: North Inland San Diego CountyWELCOME TO THE SEAPORT SCRIPPS HOME HEALTH FAMILY!At Seaport Scripps Home Health, a Scripps Health joint venture, we believe a career in healthcare is one of the noblest professions. Our exceptional clinical operations team makes home health care possible and helps us fulfill our mission to provide life-changing service to patients and families across San Diego County.We are currently hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for our Home Health team serving the San Diego County. If you are passionate about patient care, enjoy working independently, and want to make a difference in your community, we want to hear from you!Why Join Seaport Scripps Home Health?Competitive hourly payFull-time positionComprehensive benefits package, including:Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance401(k) with generous company matchPaid time off (PTO)Employee Assistance ProgramCritical illness benefitAs a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant, you will:Provide in-home physical therapy under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist and in accordance with the physician’s Plan of Care (POC).Assist patients with mobility, strength, pain management, and range of motion exercises.Implement therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer activities, and prosthetic training.Utilize physical agents such as heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound, and massage.Educate patients on the use of assistive devices (wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, prosthetics).Monitor and report patient progress and changes in condition.QualificationsActive California PTA licenseMinimum 2 years of patient care experience (Home Health experience preferred)Current CPR certificationValid driver’s license and reliable, insured vehicleStrong communication and organizational skillsAbout Seaport Scripps Home HealthWe are part of the Pennant Group, a nationwide network with 300+ locations. At Seaport Scripps, we combine the stability of a proven healthcare leader with the flexibility to operate locally, creating a culture of high performance and exceptional care. We are proud to offer the only all-in-one approach to post-hospital healthcare services in San Diego.Our Core Values guide everything we do: CAPLICOCelebrationAccountabilityPassion for LearningLove One AnotherIntelligent Risk TakingCustomer SecondOwnershipEqual Opportunity Employer – We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.