Physical Therapist Assistant - Rancho Mirage, CA
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is hiring licensed Physical Therapist Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in Rancho Mirage, California, and surrounding communities. Using FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, PTAs deliver care in patients’ homes and senior living communities, working under the direction of a supervising Physical Therapist and as part of an interdisciplinary team that includes PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists. The role focuses on carrying out individualized treatment plans, guiding patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, tracking progress, and helping patients rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence. FOX describes the position as offering meaningful one-on-one patient care, mentorship, collaboration with supervising PTs, and opportunities to develop clinical skills and career pathways. Schedules may be built around the clinician’s needs, depending on employment type. FOX is a clinician-operated practice focused on evidence-based care, meaningful relationships, independence, wellness, longevity, and its mission to abolish ageism. California standard base pay for this role is $24.04–$38.46 per hour, with opportunities to earn more. Compensation varies based on experience and employment type. Full-time and part-time roles are described as having benefits, with part-time benefits eligibility based on a minimum-hours requirement; benefits for other eligible roles include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, continuing education access, career advancement pathways, and access to advanced technology and tools.
Requirements
- Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain one.
- Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Current CPR certification.
- Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including lifting and assisting with patient transfers and bed mobility.
- Ability to drive to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model.
- Ability to wear PPE when required.
Responsibilities
- Deliver individualized treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist, adjusting activities based on patient response and progress.
- Instruct, motivate, and safeguard patients through therapeutic exercises and functional activities, while observing and tracking progress.
- Document visits accurately and on time in FOX’s EMR system in accordance with FOX Clinical Documentation standards.
- Stay connected with patients, POAs, and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed.
- Provide in-home and community-based care, including visits to patient homes and senior living communities.
- Collaborate with the supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary care team.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Continuing education access
- Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways
- Access to advanced technology and tools
- Employee referral bonuses for referring a friend
- Wellness referral incentives for connecting patients to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist
- Compensation for writing blog articles or creating viral social content
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
