Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$38-$42/hr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and weekend coverage.
Job Description
- Job Location: River Valley Care Center - Live Oak, CA
- Position Type: Per Diem
- Salary Range: Undisclosed
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Interface Rehab, Inc., a trusted leader in rehabilitation services since 1995, is seeking passionate Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) to join our team.
Whether you're looking for flexible per-diem shifts or a full-time schedule, we offer a variety of opportunities tailored to your availability.
Opportunities Full-time and Part-time and Flexible scheduling: Shifts available, up to 40 hours/week Opportunities across post-acute care, retirement communities, and outpatient clinics
What You'll Do
Provide exceptional physical therapy care to patients across various settings Assist in evaluating and implementing personalized treatment plans Collaborate with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize recovery Document patient progress and maintain accurate medical records Support patients in achieving rehabilitation goals and long-term wellness What You’ll Need Active or obtainable Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of California Compensation & Benefits We offer a competitive hourly rate ($38.00 to $42.00) and one of the best benefits packages in the industry.
Some of our excellent benefits for full-time employees include: Paid Time Off (PTO) – 15 Days to start. Accrue up to 30 days of PTO! Every year an additional day of PTO is added up to a maximum accrual of 30 days of PTO. 6 Paid holidays and up to 3 days of bereavement pay each year.
A 401(K)-retirement program with a company match of 25% up to the first 4% of your deferral every payroll. Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Basic Life Insurance of $25,000 and additional Optional Life Insurance, and Pet Insurance available. Relocation Assistance. H1-B Immigration expertise.
Sign on Bonus for select opportunities! Why Interface Rehab? Join a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering high-quality therapy services throughout California. We offer a comprehensive continuum of care and a supportive environment where your skills and compassion make a lasting impact.
Ready to take the next step in your PTA career? Join our team of dedicated, skilled professionals who are committed to supporting every stage of recovery. Please visit our career page to view all our opportunities. We look forward to discussing your personal and professional goals and interests.
We have Full-time, Part-time, Per Diem and select Travel opportunities throughout California Talent Acquisition department recruiting@interfacerehab.com Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities
Provide physical therapy care across post-acute, retirement community, and outpatient settings, and assist with patient evaluations and personalized treatment plans. Collaborate with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary teams, document progress, and support patients in meeting rehabilitation and wellness goals.
Requirements
Applicants must have or be able to obtain an active Physical Therapist Assistant license in California. No specific education or prior experience requirement is stated.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$118k (1,220 salary observations; 4,366 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,288 salary observations; 64,780 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$83k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $75k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.1 / 10 · above average in physical therapist assistant | ranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $79k–$87k | Physical Therapy median $69k (middle half $64k–$76k)13 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| California vs national | $118k median in California | $94k nationally (+26%)1,220 state / 12,288 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$75k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in California | 1,773 active | 21,896 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 65% remote · 8% no call · 20% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | California physical therapist listings (all specialties): 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,999 in the last 30 days | 4,222 the 30 days before (+89%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Interface Rehab a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
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