Physical Therapist Assistant – PTA

TEEMA; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a full-time contract in Stockton/San Jose area, supporting aging adults in a day health center and in-home visits. Under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will deliver therapeutic exercises, gait training, and balance rehab.

Ideal candidates hold an associate degree and CA PTA license, with at least two years of geriatric clinical experience, strong organizational skills, and ability to coordinate scheduling and

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• Valid, unrestricted California Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• Legally authorized to practice in California.

Responsibilities

• Administer individualized PTA treatments per supervising Physical Therapist.
• Document interventions focused on muscle re-education, balance, endurance, and gait training.
• Assist the PT in obtaining vital signs and conducting strength testing.
• Coordinate scheduling, visits, and rehabilitation billing processes.
• Maintain therapy equipment and daily clinical logs.

Skills

Geriatric care

Physical therapy

Documentation

Scheduling/billing data

Transportation

Communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

CA PTA License

Job description

Job Title:Physical Therapist Assistant – PTA
Job ID:89782
Location:Stockton, California

Overview:
Are you a dedicated, compassionate clinical professional who loves helping older adults regain their mobility, safety, and independence? We are seeking a highly organized Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a full-time contract position in San Jose. Working under the direct guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will play a crucial role in delivering restorative and rehabilitative physical therapy services to senior participants at our day health center and within their homes. This position balances hands‑on clinical therapy—such as leading therapeutic exercises, balance training, and gait rehabilitation with administrative support to keep our department running smoothly. If you are an empathetic communicator who thrives in a collaborative, fast‑paced setting and is comfortable with local travel, we invite you to apply.

What you will be doing:

Therapeutic Care & Intervention Delivery

• Implement Treatment Plans: Administer individualized physical therapy treatments and exercise programs exactly as established by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Clinical Documentation: Accurately deliver and document interventions focused on muscle re‑education, balance, endurance, and gait training to improve participants’ independence in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Assessment Assistance: Assist the Physical Therapist in obtaining vital signs, measuring range of motion, and conducting strength testing.
• Emergency & End‑of‑Life Care: Remain highly alert to changes in a participant’s functional status, reporting modifications directly to the PT and interdisciplinary team (IDT). Participate in supervised end‑of‑life care coordination.

• Administrative Operations: Manage patient treatment scheduling, coordinate clinical visits, and handle rehabilitation billing processes.
• Equipment & Logistical Upkeep: Track and manage routine maintenance for therapeutic equipment, monitor daily clinical logs (such as temperature logs), and maintain inventory of essential therapy supplies.
• Caregiver Training: Instruct staff, participants, and family caregivers on the safe use and maintenance of therapeutic equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you must have:

• Education: Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program (qualifying degrees earned outside of the US must be evaluated to the US equivalent).
• Licensure: Valid, unrestricted California Physical Therapy Assistant License.
• Work Authorization: Legally authorized to practice in the state of California.

Experience & Skills

• Clinical Focus: Minimum of two (2) years of Physical Therapist Assistant experience in a clinical setting working directly with a frail or elderly population.
• Mobility: Must possess reliable personal transportation to complete required clinic‑based and occasional field‑based mobile therapy visits.
• Core Skills: Comprehensive clinical knowledge of geriatric conditions, strong organizational skills, and the ability to process billing and scheduling data accurately.

Nice to have:

• Interpersonal Strengths: Highly motivated and self‑directed with excellent communication skills when interacting with seniors, families, and interdisciplinary clinical partners.
• Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced environment and work with individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Salary/Rate Range:

$45.00 -$48.00/HR depending on years of experience.

Other Information:

• Work Type: Full‑Time Contract Position (40 hours per week).
• Work Setting: Primarily on‑site clinical day health center environment with occasional field‑based mobile visits (SNFs, ALFs, or homes) based on participant needs. Located in Stockton, CA.
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.