Impactful PTA: Flexible Scheduling & Benefits

PACS; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Santa Cruz Post Acute is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join the rehabilitation team. Work under a licensed Physical Therapist to improve residents’ mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and independence.

We offer full-time, part-time, and PRN schedules with flexible options and a comprehensive benefits package. Qualified candidates have a California PTA license and graduate from an accredited PTA program.

Qualifications

• Current California PTA license and active certification.
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program with clinical training.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct PTA treatments under supervising PT, following plans of care.
• Assist residents with therapeutic exercises, gait training, and mobility programs.
• Document daily treatment, progress, and responses per standards.
• Collaborate with therapists, nursing, and staff to achieve resident goals.
• Educate residents and families on exercises and safety strategies.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations and professional standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

California PTA license

Graduate of accredited PTA program

Job description

Santa Cruz Post Acute is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join the rehabilitation team. Work under a licensed Physical Therapist to improve residents’ mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and independence.

We offer full-time, part-time, and PRN schedules with flexible options and a comprehensive benefits package. Qualified candidates have a California PTA license and graduate from an accredited PTA program.