Lifepoint Health·Escondido, California
The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to restore function and improve mobility. Key duties include administering interventions, monitoring patient progress, and maintaining accurate documentation.
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Inpatient Rehabilitation
Full-time, (Tuesday through Saturday)
$34.40 - $41.93 per hour
Supportive Leadership, Superior Outcomes, Career Advancement
Your experience matters
At Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Physical Therapist Assistant joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How you’ll contribute
The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, assisting in restoring function and improving mobility.
Essential Functions
Administer physical therapy interventions as directed by the supervising PT.
Assist in patient mobility and exercise routines.
Monitor patient responses and report progress to PT.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
Ensure a safe and clean environment for treatment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
• Team-oriented and patient-focused with strong communication skills.
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
About us
Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute is a 52-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital located in Escondido, California, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.
Lifepoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Candidates must possess an Associate's degree from a PTA program and a current state PTA license. CPR certification is required, and experience in rehab or acute care is preferred.
Market context
Physical Therapist Assistant roles in California are commonly tied to skilled nursing, long-term care, and other rehabilitation settings, where demand can stay steady as facilities support ongoing patient mobility and recovery needs. These openings are competitive because employers often want a CAPTE-accredited PTA graduate with an active California license and BLS/CPR, while still considering recent graduates. Before applying, confirm your license status and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, which condense the original job description to save research time.