Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Contract - California

VitalHire· Healthcare - Therapy
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📍 Carmichael, California, United StatesContract💰 USD 43–46

About this role

PTA

Rehab Centers

California - Alameda, Carmichael, Los Angeles, Oakland, Salinas, Santa Clara

Contract

Days

$43-$46/hr

Duties and Responsibilities:

Execute Care Plans: Carry out targeted therapeutic exercises, stretching, and mobility routines created by the supervising Physical Therapist (PT).

Gait & Mobility Training: Guide patients through walking, stairs, and weight-bearing exercises using assistive devices like walkers, canes, or crutches.

Hands-on Interventions: Provide manual therapy, soft tissue massage, joint mobilization (as state scope allows), and passive range-of-motion exercises.

Administer Modalities: Apply therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation (E-stem), hot/cold packs, and traction to manage pain and swelling.

Track & Report Progress: Measure patient response, range of motion, and endurance, documenting updates and notifying the supervising PT when plans need adjustment.

Patient & Family Education: Teach patients proper body mechanics, home exercise programs, and safe techniques for transferring out of beds or chairs.

2 years of experience

Active CA PTA License

BLS (AHA)

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What is the salary for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Contract - California role at VitalHire?
The listed salary for this Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Contract - California position at VitalHire is USD 43–46. This is an Contract role.
Where is the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Contract - California position at VitalHire located?
This Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Contract - California role at VitalHire is based in Carmichael, California, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Contract - California role at VitalHire full-time or part-time?
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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Contract - California
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