Physical Therapist Assistant
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist assistant jobs in California post a median of $42.83 an hour, the middle half $40–$47.50, across 73 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapist assistants employed in California earn a median of $39.96 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Driftwood Healthcare Center-Santa Cruz is hiring for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). We value our employees and we are committed to providing them with a professional and supportive work environment. We treat our residents and employees as part of our family.
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Salary: $81,120 - $93,600 Full/Part Time
Sign-on Bonus Available!
Physical Therapist (PT) Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401K
- PTO Package
- Referral Bonuses
- Relocation Reimbursement
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Duties and Responsibilities within scope of practice and federal guidelines:
- Administers treatment to patients with problems related to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems.
- Administers tests and measurements for muscle strength, coordination, range of motion, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
- Provides direct clinical treatment in accordance with an established plan of care.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient records.
- May participate with home assessments, simulated or actual as appropriate, to ensure discharge of residents to a safe environment along with PT/OT as needed.
- Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Qualifications and Skills
- Associate degree in a Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- One (1) year of clinical experience preferred. New graduates welcomed.
- Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant issued by the state of California.
Mariner Healthcare reserves the right to discontinue any bonus program at anytime.
From Driftwood Healthcare Center-Santa Cruz's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Driftwood Healthcare Center-Santa Cruz
Driftwood Healthcare Center-Santa Cruz is a 92 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Driftwood Healthcare Center-Santa Cruz, opens in a new tab)-bed nursing home in Santa Cruz, CA, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and front-office staff. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Driftwood Healthcare Center-Santa Cruz
Based in Santa Cruz, CAHires in CaliforniaPay on its listings: 17.6% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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