Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Full-Time

(Westgate Gardens Care Center) Thyme Holdings, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education

Job summary

Westgate Gardens Care Center is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. Working under a licensed Physical Therapist, you will provide skilled therapy to help residents improve mobility, balance, and independence.

The role requires an Associate degree in PTA, California PTA licensure, CPR certification, and experience in geriatric or post-acute rehab. Join a collaborative interdisciplinary team in a skilled nursing setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program is required.
• Current California PTA license in good standing is required.
• CPR certification as required by policy/licensure.
• Skilled nursing or long-term care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safe resident handling and fall prevention.
• Proficiency with Net Health and PointClickCare.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatment per supervising plan of care.
• Carry out therapeutic exercises, transfer and gait training, balance activities.
• Monitor residents and report progress to the supervising PT.
• Document treatment timely and accurately.
• Communicate with physicians, nursing staff, and rehab team.
• Educate residents and families on goals, home exercise, safety.
• Assist with staff training and equipment needs.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment and report issues promptly.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Time management

Independent work

CPR certification

Education

Associate degree PTA program

CA PTA license

Tools

Net Health

PointClickCare

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Full-Time Westgate Gardens Care Center Pay Range: $40.00–$45.00 per hour Help Residents Regain Strength, Mobility, and Independence Westgate Gardens Care Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. Under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the PTA provides skilled treatment that helps residents improve mobility, balance, strength, safety, and functional independence. The ideal candidate is clinically strong, resident-focused, and excited to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in a skilled nursing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatment according to the supervising Physical Therapist’s plan of care.
• Carry out therapeutic exercise, transfer training, gait training, balance activities, and other approved interventions.
• Monitor residents’ responses to treatment and promptly communicate changes, concerns, or progress to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant treatment documentation.
• Follow facility, governmental, professional, and third-party payer requirements.
• Communicate with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation professionals, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Participate in resident-care conferences, rehabilitation meetings, and interdisciplinary discussions as needed.
• Practice within the California Physical Therapy Practice Act and all applicable supervision requirements.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers regarding treatment goals, home exercise programs, safety techniques, fall prevention, and maintenance programs.
• Assist the Nursing Department with training Restorative Aides when requested.
• Provide staff education and in-service training as appropriate.
• Recommend and assist with obtaining durable medical equipment that supports safe mobility and independence, including walkers, canes, splints, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection-control, safety, and equipment-maintenance procedures.
• Report damaged or malfunctioning rehabilitation equipment promptly.
• Contribute to quality-assurance, performance-improvement, and rehabilitation-program initiatives.
• Maintain the confidentiality of resident, employee, and company information.
• Develop positive and professional relationships with residents, families, coworkers, and healthcare partners.
• Perform additional duties within the PTA scope of practice as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program required.
• Current California Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing required.
• Current CPR certification as required by facility policy or licensure.
• Skilled nursing, long-term care, geriatric, or post-acute rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safe resident-handling, transfer, mobility, and fall-prevention techniques.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems such as Net Health and PointClickCare preferred.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to read and understand treatment plans, technical procedures, and facility policies.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining appropriate communication with the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Must complete all required continuing education and maintain active licensure.

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, and the ability to reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate equipment. Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling may be necessary. The position may require exerting more than 100 pounds occasionally, more than 50 pounds frequently, or more than 20 pounds regularly when safely assisting residents or moving equipment. Employees must follow all training, facility procedures, and safe resident-handling practices. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Why Join Westgate Gardens Care Center?

• Competitive pay of $40.00–$45.00 per hour
• Full-time employment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Continuing education and professional-growth opportunities
• Supportive rehabilitation and interdisciplinary teams
• Rewarding work that helps residents regain function and independence

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and facility policy.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.