Physical Therapist Assistant (Per Diem)
Listed compensation
$39-$43/hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Pico Rivera Health Care Center - Pico Rivera, 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 ($39.00 to $43.00) 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 exceptional physical therapy care to patients across various clinical settings and assist in implementing personalized treatment plans. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient recovery and maintain accurate medical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active or obtainable Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of California. The role requires a commitment to delivering high-quality therapy services in a supportive environment.
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant (Per Diem) at Interface Rehab a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Physical Therapy physical therapist listings evaluated on our platform.
Physical Therapist Career Context
In California, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$117k (231 salary observations; 546 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (2,380 salary observations; 8,217 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 37 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 16% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$85k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $77k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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