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PRN Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Genesis HealthCare$40.00–$45.00/hrLos Angeles, CAPosted todayStill open, checked every night

How this pay compares

This posting states $40–$45 an hour. Open physical therapist assistant jobs in California post a median of $43.50 an hour, the middle half $40.28–$48, across 163 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Physical therapist assistants employed in California earn a median of $39.96 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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Staffing at Fountain View Subacute and Nursing Center, by Medicare's record

One nurse aide on duty for every 10.1 residents at an average hour (California's middle home: 9.3); 28.7% of its nursing staff left in a year (California: 36%); Medicare staffing rating 3 of 5; fined once by Medicare in the past three years ($24,531). From what the home reports to Medicare from its payroll (Oct 2026); day shifts have more aides than nights. Its staffing in full.

Licensed in another state?

California is not issuing PT Compact privileges, so a physical therapist or PT assistant licensed in another state needs a California license for this job. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) Every state's PT Compact status.

Physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy jobs in our research

  • How long these jobs stay listed: Still listed at 7 days 87.1%
  • Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.21x · Clicks 25
  • How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 52.9% · Stating an hourly rate 32.3%

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About the job

Overview

  • Title/License Required: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
  • Status: PRN Weekends
  • Location/Center Details: Cheviot Hills Post Acute is a 99-bed, 4-star Medicare-rated SNF. Your caseload will consist of adult and geriatric patients navigating post-surgical recovery, ortho rehab, advanced wound care, and specialized pulmonary or respiratory management. We offer a fully equipped gym designed to maximize patient mobility, build strength, and successfully transition short-term rehab residents back to independent living. Come Join Powerback in this fantastic center!

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive.

With over four decades of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

  • Benefits : We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
  • Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
  • Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
  • Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
  • H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
  • Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

Title: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

As a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), you help patients get well. You are the person who can bring their power back. In doing this, you will implement physical therapy programs and activities, follow developed recovery plans, and deliver therapy treatments.

You're a healer and a helper, which is why you got into this line of work.

You're equally adept at addressing the whole patient and seeing them as an individual. You know your goal is to execute a program that will restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities.

You're adaptable to the needs of the patient and can find joy in the variety of the work and the settings.

You're a teammate and are looking for collaboration with your peers, but you're also happy to make referrals to help your patient get the care they need to thrive.

You know that being a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) means putting patients first; ensuring patients and their families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to meet you!

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.
  • Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.

Posted Salary Range

USD $40.00 - USD $45.00 /Hr.

From Genesis HealthCare's job posting, checked 14 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Genesis HealthCare

Genesis HealthCare operates 183 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in 18 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information) states. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and nursing assistants. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information

Hires in 40 statesPay on its listings: 91.3% of its open jobs state an hourly rate

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