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 $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
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 Skyline Healthcare Center-San Jose'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 Skyline Healthcare Center-San Jose
Skyline Healthcare Center-San Jose is a 253 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Skyline Healthcare Center-San Jose, opens in a new tab)-bed nursing home in San Jose, CA, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and front-office staff. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Skyline Healthcare Center-San Jose
Based in San Jose, CAHires in CaliforniaPay on its listings: 16.7% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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