Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Home Health [Per-Diem or Full-Time]
Company: Assisted Home Health & Hospice
Location: Thousand Oaks
Posted on: April 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Assisted is an exciting place to be right now as we are
experiencing tremendous growth! We are hiring a Physical Therapist
Assistant (PTA) for our Home Health department in Thousand Oaks.
Per-Diem or Full-Time opportunities available! Pay is $66
per/routine visit. Assisted offers great and rewarding career
opportunities, making a difference in the lives of people. Join our
team and love what you do! Help others. Make a difference. Be
proud. Assisted Offers Our Employees a Unique Employment Package:
Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits package. Company
matched 401K (up to 6% of your annual salary can be matched) A very
generous referral bonus – earn up to $600* per referral. We’ll
empower you to reach your highest levels of personal and
professional development by providing up to $6,000* tuition
education reimbursement. Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
package* *Internal policy provides detailed information regarding
these benefits. Full policy is provided upon request. JOB SUMMARY
Provides home health services consistent with the mission, vision
and goals of the Agency. Physical Therapy Assistant is a member of
the home health team who assists in the provision of physical
therapy and the coordination of patient care under the supervision
of a Physical Therapist to provide treatment of disabilities,
diseases, or other conditions of health by the use of physical,
chemical, and other properties of air, cold, heat, electricity,
exercise, massage, ultrasound, water or equipment in accordance
with a written plan of treatment prescribed by a physician. DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform services planned, delegated and
supervised by the Physical Therapist that are ordered by the
physician as indicated in the plan of care Contributes to the
ongoing interdisciplinary assessment of the patient in
collaboration with the supervising Physical Therapist. Assess
ability or disability, relieve pain, prevent disability and/or
further deformity, develop or improve body skills, and restore
function and maintain maximum performance within the patient's
capabilities. Assess and perform procedures such as manual and
electrical muscle examinations, functional evaluations, gait
analysis, sensory testing, measurements of range of motion, and
assessment of development and utilization of human movement.
Observe, record and report to the supervising Physical Therapist,
all physicians involved in the plan of care, and other health care
professionals (as appropriate) related to the current plan of care,
including the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in
the patient's condition. Instruct patient in use of wheelchairs,
braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic and orthotic devices.
Participate in teaching / education and counseling of the patient,
family and caregivers. Participate in Agency-sponsored in-service
education, utilization review and team conferences. Assist in
updating the plan of care, in collaboration with the supervising
Physical Therapist, the patient, representative (if any), and
caregivers. Prepare and submit all clinical case documentation,
including clinical and progress notes, and required payroll
information according to Agency policy. Document each treatment in
the patient’s record and notify the supervising physical therapist
of any change in the patient’s condition not consistent with
planned progress or treatment goals. Ensure that the supervising
Physical Therapist reviews and cosigns all documentation by the
Physical Therapy Assistant. Provide services within the Agency's
catchment area. Acknowledge patient rights including privacy and
confidentiality. Consistently display a professional appearance.
Interact with internal and external customers using positive and
professional approach. Assume responsibility and display
reliability for the completion of all tasks, duties, communications
and actions. Maintain professional growth and development.
Participate in the Agency’s QAPI Program for performance
improvement activities. Abide by Agency policies and procedures.
Accept other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING
ENVIRONMENT Must have visual and hearing acuity. Communicates
verbally in a clear fashion Must be able to read, write and speak
English fluently. May be exposed to minor hazards/communicable
diseases. Must provide proof of auto insurance upon hire and each
renewal and maintain a safe driving record. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE,
AND TRAINING Education and qualifications commensurate with §
484.115(i) (Condition of participation: Personnel qualifications /
Physical Therapy Assistant). Current, active license as a Physical
Therapist Assistant by the Physical Therapy Examining Committee of
the California Board of Physical Therapy. Have graduated from a
Physical Therapy Assistant program approved by the Board and has
successfully passed the examination required by the Board governing
physical therapy. Core competency per skills checklist.
Keywords: Assisted Home Health & Hospice, Mission Viejo , Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Home Health [Per-Diem or Full-Time], Healthcare , Thousand Oaks, California