Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

$40 - $50 per hour

Genesis Healthcare Services

Overview

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive.

With over four decades of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

  • Benefits : We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.

  • Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.

  • Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.

  • Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.

  • H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.

  • Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

Title: Physical Therapist Assistant

Location/work environment: In facility

Reporting structure: Reporting to Director of Rehab

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you help patients get well. You are the person who can bring their power back. In doing this, you will implement physical therapy programs and activities, follow developed recovery plans, and deliver therapy treatments.

You're a healer and a helper, which is why you got into this line of work.

You're equally adept at addressing the whole patient and seeing them as an individual. You know your goal is to execute a program that will restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities.

You're adaptable to the needs of the patient and can find joy in the variety of the work and the settings.

You're a teammate and are looking for collaboration with your peers, but you're also happy to make referrals to help your patient get the care they need to thrive.

You know that being a Physical Therapist Assistant means putting patients first; ensuring patients and their families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to meet you!

Powerback Rehabilitation (Powerback) is a new way of delivering recovery, rehabilitation, respiratory, and wellness services to patients across the nation. We deliver an empowered approach to achieving your full potential by providing integrated and individualized solutions. Our reimagined approach to rehabilitation connects directly to the patient experience, which is centered on transforming the road to recovery for everyone and helping patients get their power back. It's patient-centered care that provides a sustainable way of feeling better, moving better, breathing better, and living better.

Working in a company that values growth and understands what it means to be a caregiver is refreshing. Our CEO is a former staff therapist. We offer growth, paths forward, and we are committed to patient-centered care. We are growing, stable, and need people like you, who have a calling to help people thrive.

Isn't it time for you to work with a team where 86% of them know and feel their work makes a difference? So much so, we're certified as a 2023 Great Place to Work.

Now is the time for you to join Powerback.

Powerback has streamlined our hiring process:

  1. Applying takes 3 minutes, give or take.

  2. You'll hear back from us within 1 business day.

  3. If you meet the qualifications, a recruiter will call you for a 10-minute conversation within 2-3 business days, depending on your availability.

  4. You will then be presented to the hiring manager

  5. The hiring manager will reach out within a business day to schedule the interview.

This all happens within 1-5 business days from the phone screen.

  1. After your interview, the hiring manager makes a quick decision. We aim to accomplish this within the week.

  2. If the hiring manager wants to move forward, you will hear from us within a business day, because we are excited to get you started!

Qualifications

  1. Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.

  2. Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.

Posted Salary Range

USD $40.00 - USD $50.00 /Hr.

Genesis HealthCare, Inc. and all affiliated entities (collectively "Genesis") has a strong commitment to diversity that is fully supported and practiced by our officers and leadership team. Genesis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, amnesty, military status or status as protected veterans, or any other legally protected characteristic. Genesis is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace free from discrimination and harassment where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Santa Barbara, CA vacancy
  • $40 - $50 per hour

     ...re on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive....  ...service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Part time
    H1b
    Visa sponsorship
    Relocation package

    Geneis Healthcare

    Santa Barbara, CA
    19 hours ago
  • $40 - $50 per hour

     ...PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT - FULL TIME BUENA VISTA CARE CENTER - SANTA BARBARA, CA Join our IN-HOUSE Therapy Team in Santa Barbara as a dedicated PTA! This job was posted and verified on 06/10/26 Buena Vista Care Center in Santa Barbara, CA is scouting... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Flexible hours

    The Ensign Group Inc

    Santa Barbara, CA
    19 hours ago
  • $1,752 - $1,806 per week

     ...Physical Therapy Assistant Location: Santa Barbara, CA Agency: Pioneer Healthcare Services Pay: $1,752 to $1,806 per week...  ...Services to find a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Santa Barbara, California, 93105! If you're interested... 
    Suggested
    Relocation package
    Shift work

    AlliedTravelCareers

    Santa Barbara, CA
    19 hours ago
  • $41 - $50 per hour

     ...re on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while...  ...service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Part time
    H1b
    Work from home
    Visa sponsorship
    Relocation package

    PowerBack Rehabilitation

    Santa Barbara, CA
    1 day ago
  • $41 - $50 per hour

     ...re on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while...  ...service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Part time
    H1b
    Work from home
    Visa sponsorship
    Relocation package

    Genesis Healthcare Services

    Santa Barbara, CA
    2 days ago
  • $45 - $50 per hour

     ...re on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while...  ...service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient... 
    Full time
    Part time
    H1b
    Work from home
    Visa sponsorship
    Relocation package

    Genesis Healthcare Services

    Santa Barbara, CA
    1 day ago
  • $2,625 per week

     ...Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Santa Barbara, California. Job Description & Requirements...  ...~ Specialty: Physical Therapist ~ Discipline: Therapy ~ Start Date: ASAP ~ Duration: 13 weeks ~40 hours... 
    Immediate start
    Flexible hours
    Shift work
    Day shift

    Cross Country Allied

    Santa Barbara, CA
    3 days ago
  • $24 - $27 per hour

     ...in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision...  ...and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working...  ...supply ordering and inventory for TCU PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: * The... 
    Hourly pay
    Work experience placement
    Immediate start

    Fresenius Medical Care

    Santa Barbara, CA
    2 days ago
  • $50 - $65 per hour

     ...Physical Therapist- Home Health Physical Therapist- Home Health Daily Pay / Part Time...  ...: Identify, assess, and implement therapy needs as appropriate including development...  ...personnel including Physical Therapy Assistants Qualifications: Graduate with... 
    Hourly pay
    Weekly pay
    Part time
    Work at office
    Flexible hours
    Shift work

    NurseCore

    Santa Barbara, CA
    1 day ago
  • $146 per hour

     ...Physical Therapists Wanted We are looking for Physical Therapists for our Home Health Division in our Santa Barbara branch! There are...  ...Visit Pay: $146 per/SOC $101 per/Eval $91 per/Routine Assisted offers great and rewarding career opportunities making a... 
    Daily paid
    Full time

    Assisted Home Health & Hospice

    Santa Barbara, CA
    19 hours ago
  • $65 - $70 per hour

     ...re on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while...  ...service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient... 
    Full time
    Part time
    Relief
    H1b
    Work from home
    Visa sponsorship
    Relocation package
    Free visa

    PowerBack Rehabilitation

    Santa Barbara, CA
    1 day ago
  • $52 - $65 per hour

     ...Powerback Physical Therapist Opportunity At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve...  ..., occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive...  ...reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient... 
    Full time
    Part time
    Relief
    H1b
    Visa sponsorship
    Relocation package
    Free visa

    Geneis Healthcare

    Santa Barbara, CA
    19 hours ago
  • $65 - $70 per hour

     ...Powerback Physical Therapist At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the...  ..., occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive...  ...reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities,... 

    Powerback Rehab

    Santa Barbara, CA
    19 hours ago
  •  ...Ensure the physical readiness of Army Soldiers If you're a skilled physical therapy professional seeking a career that blends your expertise with a commitment to serving the U.S. Army, becoming an Army Physical Therapist could be the perfect fit for you. Outstanding... 
    Permanent employment
    Internship
    Local area
    Overseas

    US Army

    Santa Barbara, CA
    1 day ago
  •  ...Outpatient Orthopaedic - PHYSICAL THERAPIST - Help Redefine the Future of PT in Santa Barbara Tired of insurance companies dictating...  ...a traditional clinic - we're leading a shift in how physical therapy is delivered, experienced, and valued. Born from the realization... 
    Shift work

    Prime Source Recruiting, Inc.

    Santa Barbara, CA
    4 days ago
  • $2,330 per week

     ...CoreMedical Group is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Santa...  ...: Physical Therapist Discipline: Therapy Start Date: 07/10/2026 Duration: 13 weeks...  ...paychecks Matching 401(k) benefits Licensure assistance and reimbursement Travel reimbursement... 
    Contract work
    Shift work

    CoreMedical Group

    Santa Barbara, CA
    19 hours ago
  • $2,480 per month

     ...Travel Offering Allied Profession Physical Therapist Specialty Physical Therapist Job ID...  ...and permanent jobs across the nation, ConVerdia Health Staffing assists RNs, LPNs, CNAs, Allied Healthcare professionals, Therapists, Physicians... 
    Weekly pay
    Permanent employment
    Temporary work
    Shift work

    Seagull Lane Healthcare, Inc., dba Miramar Healthcare Center

    Santa Barbara, CA
    1 day ago
  • $65 - $70 per hour

     ...PHYSICAL THERAPIST (RPT) - FULL TIME INTERNAL THERAPY FLOAT in ENSIGN AFFILIATED FACILITIES SANTA BARBARA, CA We are currently operating 2 skilled nursing and post-acute rehab facilities throughout the Santa Barbara area, and we are continuing to grow!... 
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Contract work
    Temporary work
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    The Ensign Group Inc

    Santa Barbara, CA
    3 days ago
  •  ...Description Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital seeks a Physical Therapist II for their Physical Therapy department responsible for interpreting, organizing,...  ...work. Any Cottage Health applicants who require assistance or reasonable accommodations during the application... 
    Work experience placement
    Shift work

    Cottage Health

    Santa Barbara, CA
    1 day ago
  •  ...help. Consonus provides PT, OT, and SLP services to seniors in skilled nursing facilities or continuing care retirement communities.Physical Therapists specialize in movement and motor control. Physical Therapists strive to correct deficits in range of motion, strength,... 
    Contract work

    Consonus

    Santa Barbara, CA
    19 hours ago
  •  ...needed for each assignment Continuing Education Unit (CEU) reimbursement after 750 hours worked Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Discounts with hotels and rental cars A dedicated recruiter and support team that will... 
    Hourly pay
    Weekly pay
    Temporary work

    UnitiMed

    Santa Barbara, CA
    3 days ago
  • $2,050 per week

     ...management, capillary and umbilical blood gases, apnea monitoring, and assistance with high-risk deliveries Medication administration...  ...for this position ~ Minimum 2 years of respiratory therapy experience required ~ Experience in NICU, Pediatric Critical... 
    Shift work
    Night shift
    Day shift

    American Traveler

    Santa Barbara, CA
    2 days ago
  • $2,146.59 - $2,241.59 per month

    Contract - W2 Cardiopulmonary Respiratory Therapist Job Location: Santa Barbara, California Start Date: August 10, 2026 Profession: Respiratory Therapist Facility: Estimated Pay: $2146.59 - $2241.59 Duration:13 weeks Specialty:Cardiopulmonary...
    Hourly pay
    Weekly pay
    Contract work
    Shift work
    Night shift

    GQR

    Santa Barbara, CA
    3 days ago
  •  ...Job Description Job Description Seeking a Full Time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join the in-house rehab team at Mission Park Healthcare, a beautiful SNF in Santa Barbara, CA! New grads welcome to apply! Supportive therapy team to work beside! PRN also... 
    Full time
    Relief

    Mission Park Healthcare Center

    Santa Barbara, CA
    25 days ago
  • $2,229.41 per month

    Details Client Name CH - Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Job Type Travel Offering Allied Profession Allied Specialty Respiratory Therapist Job ID 37584681 Job Title Allied - Respiratory Therapist...
    Weekly pay
    Shift work
    Night shift

    Cottage Health

    Santa Barbara, CA
    3 days ago
  • $2,359.91 per month

     ...Client Name SANTA BARBARA COTTAGE HOSPITAL Job Type Travel Offering Allied Profession Therapy Specialty RRT Job ID 37585053 Job Title Therapy - RRT Weekly Pay $2359.91 Shift... 
    Weekly pay
    Work experience placement
    Shift work
    Night shift

    Cottage Health

    Santa Barbara, CA
    3 days ago
  • $1,750 - $1,950 per week

    When you work for us, we work for you With Titan Medical, you gain access to thousands of travel nursing and allied health jobs across the country. You also get unmatched service. From the moment you apply, your recruitment specialist is focused on you - helping you...
    Weekly pay
    Shift work
    Night shift

    Titan Medical (Nebraska)

    Santa Barbara, CA
    1 day ago
  • $37.82 per hour

     ...their race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital...  ...community resources, to meet affiliate and community needs. Assist the Program Manager in providing initial onboarding and... 
    Flexible hours
    Afternoon shift

    Planned Parenthood Arizona, Inc.

    Santa Barbara, CA
    3 days ago
  • $2,356.91 per month

     ...Date 08/10/2026 End Date 11/09/2026 Duration 13 Week(s) Job Description Respiratory therapists assist patients who have breathing difficulties. These include chronic respiratory diseases, such as emphysema and asthma. Patients... 
    Weekly pay
    Shift work
    Night shift

    Cottage Health

    Santa Barbara, CA
    1 day ago
  • Start Date: ASAP Shift: 12H Nights (7:00 PM-7:30 AM) Location: Santa Barbara, CA Length: 13 weeks Weekly Hours: 36.0 Beds: 362 ~1+ year acute care experience ~ At least 1+ years experience in specialty ~ Current RRT certification, BLS is required
    Immediate start
    Shift work
    Night shift

    Triage Staffing

    Santa Barbara, CA
    1 day ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA). Be the first to apply!