Physical Therapist Assistant- per diem
Listed compensation
from $45/hour
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- Employment & setting
- Per Diem
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
For over 20 years, Lorian Health has been a trusted leader in home health care, dedicated to enhancing patients’ quality of life and supporting their independence.
We offer a collaborative, compassionate work environment where every team member is valued and equipped to succeed. Join a team that prioritizes growth, open communication, and the tools you need to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.
Location: Riverside Central
Responsibilities
- Helps to improve or minimize residual physical disabilities of patients assigned to PTA.
- Providing treatment as ordered by the attending physician and under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Consults with Physical Therapist before any change in treatment.
- Educates and instructs patients and family members in home programs for balance and gait training.
- Observing, recording, and reporting information on the patient’s condition to the attending physician, supervising Physical Therapist, case manager, and in the patient’s health record.
- Teaching and supervising other healthcare personnel when appropriate.
- Evaluating the home environment and making appropriate recommendations.
Qualifications
Licensed/registered to practice as a PTA in the state of practice.
Possesses and maintains good physical stamina and mental health. Presents a pre-employment physician’s health clearance, including negative TB skin tests and/or CXR and other tests as required by specific state statute.
- Has the ability to read and follow written instructions and accurately document care provided.
- Is self-directing and has the ability to work with little direct supervision.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
- Is flexible and cooperative in fulfilling the role obligations.
- Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.
Minimum of one (1) year of recent (within the last three (3) years) experience in a Home Health or Hospice Setting.
Why Join Us?
We are committed to our employees' well-being, offering a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:
· Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (EAP, 401(K) with 4% match)
· Mileage reimbursement
· Employee referral program and opportunities for growth and advancement
This position is based on a Pay per visit compensation model.
Pay per visit ranges from $45 to $60 visit commensurate with experience and depending on type of visit. The compensation reflected on this posting is an estimate of yearly compensation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant- per diem at Lorian Health a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 15% of all Physical Therapy physical therapist listings evaluated on our platform.
Physical Therapist Career Context
In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (469 salary observations; 1,117 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (4,705 salary observations; 16,929 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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