Physical Therapy Assistant

Sevita; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

No weekends

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k with company match

Job summary

Sevita's NeuroRestorative division in Gilroy, CA is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support licensed Physical Therapists in delivering patient care.

You will administer treatments, document sessions, and help patients improve mobility and function under supervision. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and clinical skill growth across diverse patient populations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current PTA license in the state of work.
• Good working knowledge of physical therapy equipment and therapeutic exercise treatments.
• Commitment to the company’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments to patients, working under the direction of and as an assistant to the Physical Therapists.
• Assure all program participants receive scheduled PT treatments and document therapy session or reason for inability to attend.
• Perform active, passive, and/or resistive therapeutic exercises, based on general therapy principles, on program participants.
• Perform therapeutic massage on program participants as needed.
• Perform general mobilization and/or passive stretch to program participants, within safety limits.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist program participants in learning and improving functional activities.
• Provide gait training and instruct program participants in the use of canes, crutches, walkers, braces, and splints; train program participants at homebound and community level.
• Measure ROM, length and girth of body parts, vital signs, and MMT to assist PT in evaluating program participants.
• Confer with staff to discuss and evaluate program participant information for modifying and coordinating current treatment plan.
• Ensure adherence to accreditation, licensure, ethics, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate knowledge of PT modalities and techniques.
• Assess PT equipment needs and maintenance.

Skills

Physical therapy equipment knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

PTA license

Job description

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Full Time

• Gilroy, CA
• Starting at $40/hr
• Full time, 32+ hours per week
• No weekends, flexible scheduling
• Generous amounts of paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Paid holidays
• Health, vision, and dental insurance options
• 401k with company match

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments to patients, working under the direction of and as an assistant to the Physical Therapists.
• Assure all program participants receive scheduled PT (Physical Therapy) treatments and document therapy session or reason for inability to attend.
• Perform active, passive, and/or resistive therapeutic exercises, based on general therapy principles, on program participants.
• Perform therapeutic massage on program participants as needed.
• Perform general mobilization and/or passive stretch to program participants, within limits of safety regarding joint/muscle stretch.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist program participants in learning and improving functional activities.
• Provide gait training and instruct program participants in the use of canes, crutches, walkers, braces, and splints; train program participants at homebound and community level, including endurance training.
• Measure ROM, length and girth of body parts, vital signs, and MMT (manual muscle tests) to assist Physical Therapist in evaluating program participants and/or to determine the effectiveness of the program plan.
• Confer with staff members and other health care members to exchange, discuss, and evaluate program participant information for modifying and coordinating current treatment program and participate in treatment planning with trans-disciplinary team as requested.
• Ensure adherence to accreditation standards, licensure standards, professional code of ethics, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate knowledge of indications and contra-indications of physical therapy modalities and techniques.
• Assess PT equipment for needs and maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current PTA license in the state of work.
• Good working knowledge of physical therapy equipment and therapeutic exercise treatments.
• Commitment to the company’s mission and values.

Why Join Us?

• Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of co-workers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

We have meaningful work for you – come join our team –

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.