PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (FT)
Listed compensation
$26-$40/hr
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Job Description
- Job Location: Dameron Hospital - Stockton, CA
- Position Type: Full Time
- Salary Range: $26.00 - $40.00Hourly
- Job Shift: Day
Position Summary Under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT), the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Dameron Hospital provides physical therapy interventions according to the established Plan of Care.
The PTA assists in delivering high-quality therapeutic services to adult and geriatric patients, adhering to Title 22 regulations and all applicable federal, state, and local standards.
The PTA is responsible for implementing treatment plans, completing accurate documentation, and communicating patient progress to the supervising PT. This role also includes supporting departmental functions such as program development, quality improvement initiatives, and policy updates.
The PTA provides direct patient care and supervision of Physical Therapy support staff (e. g., Rehab Aides), and must demonstrate responsibility, integrity, initiative, and professionalism at all times. This is a non-union position. Duties and
Responsibilities
Deliver physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, in alignment with the patient’s Plan of Care Administer treatment to alleviate pain, improve or restore function, and maintain maximum performance Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, functional mobility, and use of assistive devices Apply physical agents such as heat, cold, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and massage Monitor and report patients’ responses to treatment and any significant changes in condition to the supervising PT and relevant staff Educate patients in the use and care of mobility aids and prosthetic/orthotic devices Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and progress notes in accordance with hospital policy Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and team meetings Attend in-service education sessions and contribute to quality improvement activities Provide oversight and guidance to Rehab Aides as appropriate Perform additional duties as assigned by Physical Therapy Management Job Details: 1 - FTE 1.0 (5x8s) Days Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program (Associate of Science or Applied Science), approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Current and valid California Physical Therapist Assistant license Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) Strong verbal and written communication skills Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance (if applicable for job duties)
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant provides direct patient care by implementing treatment plans and administering therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation and providing guidance to support staff.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program and possess a valid California PTA license. Additionally, a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (1,368 salary observations; 4,141 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (13,279 salary observations; 60,551 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 ~$69k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $62k 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 | 5.1 / 10 · above average in physical therapist assistant | ranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $54k–$83k | Physical Therapy median $87k (middle half $79k–$96k)55 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| California vs national | $117k median in California | $94k nationally (+24%)1,368 state / 13,279 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$62k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in California | 1,701 active | 21,796 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California Physical Therapist listings: 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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