Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA Full-time

Lorian Home Health•Riverside, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lorian Health is hiring a full-time Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant in Riverside County, California. The PTA provides skilled physical therapy interventions ordered by a physician and delivered under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role helps patients improve mobility, balance, gait, strength, and functional independence while minimizing physical limitations. It also includes educating patients and caregivers, monitoring patient progress, assessing home safety, maintaining clinical documentation, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team. The schedule is Monday through Friday. Compensation is based on a per-visit model, with rates from $50 to $60 per visit depending on experience and visit type.

Requirements

Graduate of a physical therapy assistant school approved by the Council of Medical Education of the AMA in Association or its equivalent.
Licensed or registered to practice as a PTA in the state of practice.
Valid driver’s license and insured personal vehicle, per Lorian requirements.
At least one year of recent experience (within the last three years) in a Home Health or Hospice setting.
Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled physical therapy interventions as ordered by the physician and under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
Support patients in improving mobility, balance, gait, strength, and functional independence while helping minimize physical limitations.
Educate and instruct patients and families or caregivers on home exercise programs, balance and gait training, and strategies to support continued progress.
Monitor patient condition and progress, communicating changes and concerns with the supervising Physical Therapist, physician, case manager, and care team.
Assess the home environment and recommend appropriate modifications or strategies to promote patient safety and independence.
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation in accordance with Lorian policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team, participate in education and in-service programs, and provide guidance to other healthcare personnel when appropriate.