Physical Therapist Assistant- Full Time
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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
SUMMARY
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to assist with a patient’s treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Provides direct treatment to residents as directed by and according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Documents resident progress towards meeting established goals.
- Teaches exercises to residents, family members, and caregivers and may provide instruction in the use and care for orthotic, prosthetic devices, and other assisting apparatus.
- Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate Degree from an APTA accredited program
- Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant
Mariner Healthcare reserves the right to discontinue any bonus program at anytime.
From Fruitvale Healthcare Center'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 Fruitvale Healthcare Center
Fruitvale Healthcare Center is a 140 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Fruitvale Healthcare Center, opens in a new tab)-bed nursing home in Oakland, CA, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Fruitvale Healthcare Center
Based in Oakland, CAHires in CaliforniaPay on its listings: 19% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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