Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Aspen HealthCare LLC

$95K — $110K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current and active Physical Therapist Assistant license in California
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Successful completion of the NPTE for PTAs
  • Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • Strong communication skills and professionalism in busy clinical settings
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Team-minded with a passion for skilled nursing and subacute care

Responsibilities

  • Implement resident treatment plans aligned with care plans
  • Deliver therapeutic interventions targeting strength and mobility
  • Monitor and document resident responses to therapy
  • Educate residents and caregivers on exercise and safety
  • Complete compliant clinical documentation timely
  • Adhere to HIPAA, infection control, and safety regulations
  • Support discharge planning and transitions of care
  • Participate in team meetings and quality assurance initiatives

Benefits

  • Consistent hours in a supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to impact patients' recovery and independence
  • Engagement in a collaborative Skilled Nursing setting
  • Focus on meaningful patient care and rehabilitation
  • Access to ongoing professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Full-Time | Greenbrae, CA | $46 - $53/Hour

Stability, Flexibility & Purpose-All in One Role

South Marin Health & Wellness Center is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehab team. If you're looking for consistent hours, a supportive team, and meaningful patient care, this is an opportunity where you can truly thrive.

You'll help residents regain strength, mobility, and independence while working in a collaborative Skilled Nursing environment that values your impact.

The Role

The Physical Therapist Assistant works under the direction of a supervising licensed Physical Therapist to deliver individualized, evidence-informed physical therapy services within our Skilled Nursing and Subacute setting. This position is classified as Non-Exempt and reports to the Director of Rehabilitation, the supervising Physical Therapist, and the Facility Administrator.

Core responsibilities include:
  • Implementing resident treatment plans in alignment with the established plan of care
  • Delivering skilled therapeutic interventions targeting strength, mobility, balance, coordination, endurance, and functional performance
  • Monitoring, documenting, and reporting resident responses and any clinical changes to the supervising Physical Therapist
  • Educating residents and caregivers on home exercise programs and safety strategies as delegated
  • Completing accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation consistent with federal, state, payer, and organizational requirements
  • Maintaining adherence to HIPAA, infection control standards, OSHA regulations, patient rights, and all applicable California state practice standards
  • Supporting discharge planning and transition-of-care activities as directed
  • Participating in team meetings, care conferences, and quality assurance initiatives
  • Treating all residents with dignity, respect, and compassionate professionalism

Physical requirements include the ability to assist with patient transfers, mobility support, repositioning, prolonged standing and walking, bending, reaching, and lifting with or without assistive devices. The ability to assist in resident evacuation during emergency situations is also required.

What You Bring
  • Current, active, and unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant license in the State of California
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program - required
  • Successful completion of the NPTE for PTAs - required
  • Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Composure and professionalism in dynamic, fast-paced clinical environments
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • A team-first mindset and a genuine passion for skilled nursing and subacute care

Apply Today

Ready to bring your clinical expertise where it truly matters? Submit your application now. Our team reviews candidates promptly and will be in touch to schedule next steps.

South Marin Health and Wellness Center is located at 1220 South Eliseo Drive in Greenbrae, California, proudly serving the greater Marin County community.

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