Per Diem Physical Therapy Assistant
Habitat HealthAbout the role
At Habitat Health, we envision a world where older adults experience an independent and joyful aging journey in the comfort of their homes, enabled by access to comprehensive health care. Habitat Health provides personalized, coordinated clinical and social care as well as health plan coverage through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (“PACE”) in collaboration with our leading healthcare partners, including Kaiser Permanente.
Habitat Health offers a fully integrated experience that brings more good days and a sense of belonging to participants and their caregivers. We build engaged, fulfilled care teams to deliver personalized care in our centers and in the home. And we support our partners with scalable solutions to meet the health care needs and costs of aging populations.
Habitat Health is growing, and we’re looking for new team members who wish to join our mission of redefining aging in place. To learn more, visit https://www.habitathealth.com.
Role Scope:
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides high-quality rehabilitative support for participants enrolled in the Habitat Health PACE program (Program of All‑Inclusive Care for the Elderly). Working under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the PTA delivers therapeutic interventions that promote mobility, safety, independence, and overall quality of life. This per‑diem role offers flexible scheduling while supporting participant needs across clinic, home, and day‑center settings in Sacramento.
Key Responsibilities
- Therapeutic Interventions — Implement individualized treatment plans including therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance activities, and functional mobility tasks under the supervision of the PT.
- Participant Assessment Support — Observe, document, and report participant progress, functional changes, and safety concerns to the supervising PT.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration — Coordinate with nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, and other PACE team members to ensure integrated, person‑centered care.
- Home & Center-Based Care — Provide therapy services in participant homes, the PACE day center, and clinic environments as needed.
- Equipment & Safety — Train participants and caregivers on safe use of assistive devices and mobility equipment; maintain a safe therapeutic environment.
- Documentation — Complete accurate, timely electronic health record (EHR) documentation in compliance with PACE, state, and federal guidelines.
Qualifications
- Accredited PTA Program graduate with an active California PTA license.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Experience working with geriatric populations or in long‑term care, home health, or PACE preferred.
- Ability to work independently, travel locally, and adapt to changing participant needs.
- Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
Schedule & Work Environment
- Per diem / as‑needed typically 8am to 5pm
- Services delivered across Habitat Health PACE Centers (Sacramento, South LA, San Leandro, West Covina) participant homes.
- Collaborative, mission driven environment focused on supporting older adults to remain safely in their homes.
Compensation:
We take into account an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience in determining final salary. This role is eligible for medical/dental/vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The expected salary range for this position is $40 - $46 per hour. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experienc
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