Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – Home Health
Sacramento, California
Mercy Home Health
Contract Duration: Mar 31, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026 (13 Weeks)
Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,877.84
Schedule: Day Shift | 8-Hour Days | 40 Hours/Week
Position Overview
Trinity Healthcare Talent Services is seeking a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a Home Health setting in Sacramento, CA.
This role involves providing in-home therapy services, assisting patients in improving mobility, independence, and functional outcomes in their home environment.
Facility Information
- Setting: Home Health / Post-Acute Care
- Coverage Area: Sacramento region
- Charting System: HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB)
- Contract Type: LOA Coverage (Urgent Need)
Clinical Responsibilities
Patient Care
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Provide therapy services under PT supervision
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Assist with:
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Strength and mobility training
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Gait and balance improvement
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Functional independence
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Work with patients recovering from:
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Surgery
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Chronic illness
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Mobility limitations
Home Health Duties
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Travel to patient homes
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Evaluate home environment for safety
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Educate patients & caregivers on:
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Exercises
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Equipment use
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Home safety
Clinical Skills
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Assist with:
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ROM assessments
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Therapeutic exercises
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Prosthetic training
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Functional mobility training
Documentation
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Maintain detailed records using HCHB system
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Complete:
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Progress notes
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Clinical summaries
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OASIS-related documentation
Collaboration
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Coordinate with:
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Physicians
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PTs
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Nurses & home health aides
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Participate in case conferences
Scheduling & Work Details
- 8-hour day shifts
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Full-time (40 hrs/week)
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Mileage reimbursement (GSA guidelines)
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Timesheets must be approved by supervisors
Required Qualifications
Active California PTA License
Minimum 2 years experience
Home Health experience (REQUIRED)
OASIS experience (REQUIRED)
BLS Certification
Valid driver's license + auto insurance
NPI Number
Preferred Qualifications
HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB) experience
Strong communication & documentation skills