PTA-Physical Therapist Assistant Per Diem
Listed compensation
$42-$52/hr
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Job Description
- Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
- Location: Arvin Post Acute – Arvin, CA (Bakersfield Area)
- Pay: $42–$52/hour (DOE)
- Job Type: Per Diem
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility
Empower Recovery at Arvin Post Acute
Are you passionate about helping others heal and regain independence? Arvin Post Acute is seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our dedicated rehab team. Located just outside Bakersfield in Arvin, CA, our facility provides high-quality care in a supportive and collaborative environment.
About the Role
As a PTA, you will work hands-on with patients to implement physical therapy plans designed by licensed Physical Therapists. You’ll play a key role in helping patients recover from illness, surgery, or injury, promoting mobility, function, and quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
- Document patient progress and communicate updates to the therapy team
- Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and medical staff to ensure coordinated care
- Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, and facility policies
Qualifications
- Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Active California PTA license
- CPR certification required
- Experience in SNF or rehabilitation setting preferred
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay ($42–$52/hour, DOE)
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
- Flexible scheduling
Referral Bonus Program
Apply today and bring your clinical skills to a facility where patient progress and compassionate care are the top priorities. Join Arvin Post Acute and make a lasting difference every day.
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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 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 ~$98k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $88k 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 |
|---|---|---|
| California vs national | $117k median in California | $94k nationally (+24%)1,368 state / 13,279 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$88k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in California | 1,699 active | 21,790 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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