Assistant Physical Therapist

Are you a dedicated, compassionate clinical professional who loves helping older adults regain their mobility, safety, and independence? We are seeking a highly organized Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a full-time contract position in San Jose. Working under the direct guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will play a crucial role in delivering restorative and rehabilitative physical therapy services to senior participants at our day health center and within their homes. This position balances hands-on clinical therapy—such as leading therapeutic exercises, balance training, and gait rehabilitation with administrative support to keep our department running smoothly. If you are an empathetic communicator who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced setting and is comfortable with local travel, we invite you to apply. Duties & Responsibilities Therapeutic Care & Intervention Delivery Implement Treatment Plans: Administer individualized physical therapy treatments and exercise programs exactly as established by the supervising Physical Therapist. Clinical Documentation: Accurately deliver and document interventions focused on muscle re-education, balance, endurance, and gait training to improve participants’ independence in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). Assessment Assistance: Assist the Physical Therapist in obtaining vital signs, measuring range of motion, and conducting strength testing. Emergency & End-of-Life Care: Remain highly alert to changes in a participant's functional status, reporting modifications directly to the PT and interdisciplinary team (IDT). Participate in supervised end-of-life care coordination. Administrative Operations: Manage patient treatment scheduling, coordinate clinical visits, and handle rehabilitation billing processes. Equipment & Logistical Upkeep: Track and manage routine maintenance for therapeutic equipment, monitor daily clinical logs (such as temperature logs), and maintain inventory of essential therapy supplies. Caregiver Training: Instruct staff, participants, and family caregivers on the safe use and maintenance of therapeutic equipment. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Education, Licensure & Credentials Education: Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program (qualifying degrees earned outside of the US must be evaluated to the US equivalent). Licensure: Valid, unrestricted California Physical Therapy Assistant License . Work Authorization: Legally authorized to practice in the state of California. Experience & Skills Clinical Focus: Minimum of two (2) years of Physical Therapist Assistant experience in a clinical setting working directly with a frail or elderly population . Mobility: Must possess reliable personal transportation to complete required clinic-based and occasional field-based mobile therapy visits. Core Skills: Comprehensive clinical knowledge of geriatric conditions, strong organizational skills, and the ability to process billing and scheduling data accurately. Desired Qualifications Interpersonal Strengths: Highly motivated and self-directed with excellent communication skills when interacting with seniors, families, and interdisciplinary clinical partners. Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment and work with individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Location and Work Type Work Type: Full-Time Contract Position (40 hours per week). Work Setting: Primarily on-site clinical day health center environment with occasional field-based mobile visits (SNFs, ALFs, or homes) based on participant needs. Located in Stockton, CA. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Pay: $45-48/HR depending on years of experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr