The Staff Pad·Alturas, California
Provide safe and effective patient care under the supervision of physical therapists while supporting progress through evidence-based interventions. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient care and maintain compliance with practice standards and safety protocols.
The Staff Pad has partnered with a reputed critical access hospital in Alturas, CA, to hire a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support care across outpatient, inpatient, swing bed, and skilled nursing settings, making a meaningful impact in a close-knit community. This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced and newly licensed clinicians seeking professional growth in a supportive, mentorship-driven environment that offers flexible scheduling, no productivity quotas, and a collaborative team culture built on trust and patient-centered care.
Candidates must be graduates of an APTA-accredited PTA program and hold an active California PTA license. Current BLS/CPR certification and proficiency with EMR systems are also required.
Market context
California allied-health employers often look for respiratory therapists because hospitals and acute-care settings need coverage across inpatient, emergency, and critical care units. These roles are competitive because employers usually want a CoARC-accredited graduate degree, a California Respiratory Care Practitioner license, RRT or CRT certification, and recent experience. Before applying, confirm your license and certification details match the posting; job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.