PTA

Transition Care Telemetry Inc.; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Flexible patient assignments

Job summary

Transition Care Telemetry Inc. is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our home health team. You will assist Physical Therapists to implement individualized plans, guide therapeutic exercises, and monitor patient progress in patients’ homes.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, infection control, and collaboration with clinicians to improve mobility and independence. CPR is required and licensure must be valid.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Valid state PTA license or required authorization to practice.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans based on patient evaluations and goals.
• Provide therapeutic exercises to improve strength, balance, mobility, and independence.
• Perform PTA-directed treatments under supervision and document progress.
• Educate patients and families on exercises, mobility, safe techniques, and home programs.
• Monitor patient responses and report changes to the supervising PT.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure coordinated care.
• Assist with transfers, gait training, and use of assistive devices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of visits and progress.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Independence

Infection control

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Job description

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will assist Physical Therapists in providing high-quality patient care, helping patients improve mobility, regain strength, manage pain, and enhance their overall quality of life. This role involves implementing individualized treatment plans and providing therapeutic services to patients in a home health setting.

Duties

• Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans based on patient evaluations and established goals.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and interventions to improve patients' strength, balance, coordination, mobility, and functional independence.
• Perform assigned physical therapy treatments and techniques in accordance with the supervising Physical Therapist's plan of care.
• Educate patients and their families on prescribed exercises, safe mobility techniques, and strategies to support recovery at home.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and report progress, concerns, and changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Collaborate with Physical Therapists and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.
• Assist patients with functional mobility, transfers, gait training, and the use of appropriate assistive devices.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient visits, interventions, and progress using appropriate medical terminology.
• Follow established infection control procedures, safety protocols, and professional standards of practice.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care while promoting independence and improving patients' quality of life.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Valid state license or required authorization to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• CPR certification required.
• Previous experience in home health, acute care, outpatient clinics, or other healthcare settings is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of therapeutic exercises, mobility training, patient safety, and rehabilitation principles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and families.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a supervising Physical Therapist and the healthcare team.
• Reliable, compassionate, and committed to delivering high-quality patient care.

Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients by helping them regain mobility, improve their independence, and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Job Types

• PRN
• Contract
• Per diem

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Flexible patient assignments

License/Certification

• Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) License or required state authorization (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)