Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - 10k sign on bonus!
Required skills
- PTA
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Home Health
- California PTA license
- California driver's license
- hourly pay
- AI-assisted charting
- case managers
- supervising PT
- mileage reimbursement
Nice to have
- outpatient
- SNF
- hospital PTA
- home health orientation
Role summary
Health Link Home Health & Hospice is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for their San Francisco team. This full-time or per diem role offers hourly pay ($58-$68/hour) with guaranteed hours, including drive time and documentation, and a $10,000 sign-on bonus. The position involves providing skilled physical therapy treatments in patients' homes, focusing on mobility, function, and safety. Key responsibilities include gait training, therapeutic exercise, balance and fall prevention, and patient education. The role utilizes AI-assisted charting tools to reduce documentation time and offers support from experienced case managers and supervising PTs. A California PTA license and driver's license are required. Home health experience is preferred.
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) — Home Health | $10K Sign-On Bonus
Full-Time / Per Diem | San Francisco, CA$58–$68/hour | $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Full-time means a full-time paycheck. Our therapists are paid hourly for their scheduled hours, including drive time and documentation. No per-visit pay, no unpaid charting, and a growing patient census that keeps your schedule steady.
At Health Link Home Health & Hospice, we believe great patient care starts with supporting the clinicians who deliver it. For over 20 years, we've served the Bay Area with a focus on clinical quality, strong systems, and a collaborative culture. We're growing our San Francisco team and looking for a PTA who wants meaningful work, modern tools, and a team that's truly there for them.
You'll see patients across SF's neighborhoods, from the Sunset and Richmond to the Mission and beyond, with a territory designed to minimize drive time and keep your day manageable.
Why PTAs Choose Health Link
- Reliable income: Many agencies promise full-time work but only pay per visit, so a light week means a smaller paycheck. At Health Link, full-time staff are paid hourly for their scheduled hours, and our growing census means a steady, consistent caseload.- Hourly pay that covers your whole day: A long visit, a tough drive across the city, or a complex note never costs you money.- Earn up to 25% more: On top of your hourly pay, earn daily, per-payroll, and quarterly bonuses based on completed visits and use of our AI-assisted documentation.- AI-assisted charting: Smart documentation tools on company devices that cut charting time and keep your evenings free.- Real-time support: Experienced case managers and your supervising PT are available to help with scheduling, patient issues, or clinical questions.- SF-friendly commute: Mileage reimbursement, a company vehicle (based on availability), or rideshare credits.- A manageable pace: Organized scheduling, territories designed to minimize drive time, and a team that respects your time.
Compensation & Benefits
- $58–$68/hour, based on experience- $10,000 sign-on bonus [payout terms]- Productivity bonuses of up to 25% of wages, paid per payroll and quarterly- Medical, dental, and vision insurance- 401(k) with employer matching- Paid time off, life insurance, and pet insurance- Company-provided mobile devices
Your Role
- Provide skilled treatment under PT supervision, including gait training, therapeutic exercise, balance and fall prevention, and neuromuscular re-education- Carry out individualized plans of care to improve mobility, function, and safety in the home- Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, assistive devices, and home safety- Communicate patient progress and changes to your supervising PT and the care team- Complete documentation using AI-assisted tools
Requirements
- Current California PTA license (required)- Valid California driver's license with a clean record (required)- Home health experience preferred. Strong outpatient, SNF, or hospital PTAs are encouraged to apply, and we'll provide home health orientation- Ability to travel regularly within San Francisco County
Schedule
- Full-time or per diem- Monday through Friday, weekend availability a plus- Direct hire position, not a contract role
Ready to connect? Our process is simple: a short intro call, then a conversation with our clinical team. Most candidates hear back within 48 hours.
Similar roles
- Sales Manager - Home HealthHealth Link · San Francisco, CA · Onsite
- Medical Social Worker (MSW) - Home HealthHealth Link · San Francisco, CA · Onsite
- Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant PTAVitalCaring Group · Crystal River, FL · Onsite
- Physical Therapy AideSportsMed Physical Therapy · Passaic, NJ · Onsite
- Physical Therapy AideHighbar Physical Therapy · East Bridgewater, MA · Onsite
- Physical Therapy TechnicianUpstream Rehabilitation · Frisco, TX · Onsite
