Physical Therapist Assistant
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist assistant jobs in California post a median of $43 an hour, the middle half $40–$50, across 93 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapist assistants employed in California earn a median of $39.96 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), 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
Santa Monica Healthcare Center 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 Santa Monica 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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Santa Monica Healthcare Center hires therapists, nurses and nursing assistants in Santa Monica, California.
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