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Interface Rehab
Los Angeles, California

Physical Therapist Assistant ( Per Diem) (3855)

Physical Therapist 8.4 Work-LifePer Diem

Listed compensation

$38-$42/hr

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Los Angeles, CA 91345Position Type: Per DiemPhysical 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 exceptional physical therapy care to patients across various clinical settings and assist in implementing personalized treatment plans. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and maintain accurate medical records to support patient recovery goals.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active or obtainable Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of California. The role requires the ability to work in various post-acute and outpatient environments.

Key Skills

Patient CareTreatment PlanningMedical DocumentationInterdisciplinary CollaborationPatient Evaluation

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 31 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 39% are remote, 13% have no call, 35% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant ( Per Diem) (3855) at INTERFACE REHAB a 8.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top contract/1099 PTA Jobs

18 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution17 jobs · 10 employers

3
<$80k
7
$80k-90k
4
$90k-100k
2
$100k-110k
1
$125k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks17 jobs · 10 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
59%
Sign-on bonus
47% this job
Loan repayment
12%
Relocation assistance
6% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$38.00 - $45.00 per hour
#2

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$50-$60/hr
#3

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 8.4
Among the best 10% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Los Angeles

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$923k
Typical market rent
$2,778/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Interface Rehab

Hospitals and Health Care
Placentia, California
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off (PTO) – 15 days to start, up to 30 days
6 paid holidays
3 days bereavement pay
401(k) retirement program with 25% match up to 4% of deferral
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
Company paid basic life insurance of $25,000
Optional life insurance
Pet insurance