Job Description:
Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant
Location: Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Shift Schedule: 5x8 Day Shifts
Duration: 13 Weeks (Possible extension depending on business needs)
Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours/week
Pay Range: $26/hr – $33 per hour on a W2
Responsibilities:
Provide physical therapy treatment under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in accordance with established care plans and clinical protocols
Support patients with therapeutic exercises, mobility training, and activities designed to promote functional independence
Document patient progress and treatment interventions accurately and timely, following facility and regulatory guidelines
Prepare treatment areas, maintain equipment, and ensure a safe and clean work environment
Educate patients and caregivers on therapy exercises, safety, and home care recommendations
Comply with infection control, documentation, and safety standards
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to support optimal patient outcomes
Skills/Experience Needed:
Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience preferred but not required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to follow care plans and work independently under PT supervision
Detail-oriented with excellent time management
Experience with rehab documentation systems preferred
Education:
Completion of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program – Required
Certifications:
Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in California – Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification – Preferred