Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Health | Seaport Scripps Home Health
WELCOME TO THE SEAPORT SCRIPPS HOME HEALTH FAMILY! At Seaport Scripps Home Health, 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 South Coastal 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 pay
- Coverage area: Solana Beach to Coronado
- Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) with generous company match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Critical illness benefit
As 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.
Qualifications
- Active California PTA license
- Minimum 2 years of patient care experience (Home Health experience preferred)
- Current CPR certification
- Valid driver's license and reliable, insured vehicle
- Strong communication and organizational skills
About Seaport Scripps Home Health
We 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: CAPLICO
- Celebration
- Accountability
- Passion for Learning
- Love One Another
- Intelligent Risk Taking
- Customer Second
- Ownership
Equal Opportunity Employer – We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.