PTA - Signature Healthcare | East Side Portland, OR

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Full Time | Home Health

Signature Healthcare at Home (A Pennant Group Company)

📍 Location: Portland, OR (Serving the East Side of the Willamette River)

🏥 About Us – Why Signature Healthcare at Home?

Signature Healthcare at Home is part of The Pennant Group, a nationally respected healthcare organization recognized for its people-first culture, leadership development, and high-performing local teams.

Our Portland home health team—particularly on the east side of the Willamette River—is known for:

• ⭐ Strong clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction
• 🤝 A collaborative, supportive team environment
• 📈 Opportunities for career growth and internal promotion
• 💡 A culture where your ideas, leadership, and voice matter

We don’t just provide care—we build leaders, elevate clinicians, and create meaningful careers.

💜 Our Values – CAPLICO

At Pennant, our culture sets us apart. We live by CAPLICO:

• C – Celebration: We recognize and celebrate wins
• A – Accountability: We own our results
• P – Passion for Learning: We grow and improve continuously
• L – Love One Another: We lead with respect and compassion
• I – Intelligent Risk-Taking: We innovate and evolve
• C – Customer Second: We invest in our employees first
• O – Ownership: We act like owners

We’re looking for a PTA who brings these values into patient care and team collaboration.

🧑‍⚕️ Position Summary

As a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide hands-on, one-on-one care to patients in their homes.

This role will primarily serve patients throughout the east Portland metro area (east of the Willamette River) and offers autonomy, flexibility, and meaningful patient relationships.

✅ Key Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Provide physical therapy treatments according to the plan of care established by the supervising PT
• Assist patients in improving:
  • Mobility
  • Strength
  • Balance
  • Functional independence
• Observe and report patient responses to treatment

Collaboration & Care Coordination

• Work closely with Physical Therapists, nurses, and the interdisciplinary care team
• Communicate patient progress and recommend adjustments to care plans
• Participate in care coordination and case discussions

Patient & Caregiver Education

• Instruct patients and families on:
  • Home exercise programs
  • Safety and fall prevention strategies
  • Proper use of assistive devices

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete accurate, timely clinical documentation
• Follow Medicare home health guidelines and Oregon state regulations
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards

Quality & Outcomes

• Support patient-centered outcomes and satisfaction
• Help reduce hospital readmissions and promote independence

🎯 Qualifications

Required

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Oregon
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program
• Current driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to work independently in a field-based setting

Preferred

• Home health experience
• Familiarity with OASIS and Medicare documentation
• Strong time management and clinical skills

🌟 What Makes This Role Special

• ✅ Flexible scheduling and autonomy
• ✅ One-on-one patient care (no double-booking or clinic overload)
• ✅ Supportive leadership and strong team culture
• ✅ Opportunity to serve a consistent east side Portland territory
• ✅ Growth into leadership or advanced clinical roles
• ✅ Backed by Pennant’s industry-leading training and leadership development programs

💰 Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range

• $36.00 – $42.00 per hour (based on experience)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Continuing education opportunities
• Leadership and career advancement pathways within Pennant

🌆 Why Portland (East Side)?

Working on the east side of Portland gives you access to:

• 🌳 Neighborhoods like Hawthorne, Sellwood, and Montavilla
• 🚴 Bike-friendly streets and easy commute routes
• ☕ Local coffee shops, food carts, and unique eateries
• 🌲 Close proximity to the Columbia River Gorge and Mt. Hood

📩 Apply Today

If you’re a compassionate PTA looking for a role where you can grow your career, make a real impact, and be part of an exceptional team, we’d love to hear from you.