Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) -Part Time
Listed compensation
$48-$52/hr
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Job Description
- Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Part-Time
- San Francisco Post Acute | San Francisco, CA
- Pay: $48–$52 per hour, DOE
- Schedule: Part-Time
- Benefits Available for Eligible Employees
- Join Our Rehabilitation Team!
San Francisco Post Acute is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our in-house rehabilitation team on a part-time basis! Help residents improve mobility, rebuild strength, regain independence, and achieve their rehabilitation goals in a supportive post-acute care environment.
Experienced PTAs and new graduates are encouraged to apply! This is an excellent opportunity to develop your clinical skills, enjoy a flexible part-time schedule, and make a meaningful difference in residents' lives.
Why Join San Francisco Post Acute?
- Competitive Pay: $48–$52 per hour, depending on experience.
- Part-Time Flexibility: An opportunity to make a difference while maintaining work-life balance.
- Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
- Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employees.
- Paid Time Off: PTO and holiday pay for eligible employees.
- Professional Growth: Continuing education and clinical development opportunities.
- Supportive Team: Collaborate with dedicated healthcare professionals committed to quality resident care.
- In-House Rehabilitation: Work directly with residents and an interdisciplinary team to support recovery and functional independence.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy treatments under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Help residents improve strength, balance, coordination, mobility, and functional independence.
- Implement individualized treatment plans and therapeutic interventions.
- Monitor resident responses to treatment and communicate progress or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
- Educate and encourage residents throughout the rehabilitation process.
- Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary team members to support resident-centered care.
- Follow facility policies, clinical standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- Current, valid California Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license required.
- New graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply!
- Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- A compassionate, resident-focused approach to rehabilitation.
- Benefits for Eligible Employees
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Holiday pay
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities
- Make a Difference Every Day!
At San Francisco Post Acute, we're committed to helping residents achieve meaningful recovery and greater independence. Join a team that values compassion, collaboration, and clinical excellence.
Apply today to join San Francisco Post Acute as a Part-Time Physical Therapist Assistant!
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Key Responsibilities
Provide physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help residents improve mobility and functional independence. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to implement treatment plans and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (1,187 salary observations; 4,224 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (11,826 salary observations; 61,306 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; 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 ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $94k 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $100k–$108k | Physical Therapy median $83k (middle half $78k–$94k)51 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| California vs national | $116k median in California | $93k nationally (+25%)1,187 state / 11,826 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$94k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in California | 1,720 active | 21,598 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California Physical Therapist listings: 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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