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St Elizabeth Community Hospital·Red Bluff, California
PT Assistant · $44 - $48/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 4,161 posted allied health roles in California rates. This role sits in the 33rd percentile.
Pay for this role is about 15% below the California median for allied health roles.
The Physical Therapy Assistant will implement treatment programs developed by physical therapists and guide patients through exercises to support recovery. They will also provide objective feedback on patient performance and collaborate with the supervising therapist to achieve rehabilitation goals.
Where You’ll Work Founded in 1906, Dignity Health - St.
Elizabeth Community Hospital is a 76-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Red Bluff, California.
Serving over 90,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care, and a family birth center.
Additionally, St.
Elizabeth Community Hospital, has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center.
It has been named a Top Rural Hospital by The Leapfrog Group for two consecutive years, one of only 16 rural hospitals in the US to achieve this award.
One Community.
One Mission.
One California Job Summary and Responsibilities As our PT Assistant, you will be a vital clinical support, meticulously implementing physical therapy treatment programs and providing critical feedback toward patient recovery.
Every day, you'll execute individual patient treatment programs developed by the physical therapist, guiding patients through exercises and activities.
You'll provide objective feedback on patient and caregiver performance, collaborate with the supervising PT, and contribute directly to rehabilitation goals.
To be successful, you'll combine strong clinical skill implementation with excellent observation, communication, and a compassionate approach, directly contributing to effective physical rehab outcomes.
Job Requirements Required PT Assistants providing independent case coverage in Pediatrics will have a minimum of 1 year pediatric experience Successful completion of a two-year college program for physical therapists assistants, which has been accredited by the Committee on Accreditation in Education, American Physical Therapy Association and/or possession of a valid license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of California Current CA PTA license Current Automobile Insurance required BLS CPR Certification (Must be through the American Heart Association) Ability to perform duties and make decisions in stressful situations and prioritize patient needs and other duties
Candidates must have completed an accredited two-year college program for physical therapist assistants and hold a valid California PTA license. Additionally, a minimum of one year of pediatric experience is required for those providing independent case coverage in pediatrics.
Market context
California Physical Therapist Assistant roles are typically in steady demand across outpatient clinics, hospitals, and rehabilitation settings. Competition often centers on accredited PTA training, California licensure or eligibility, and experience supporting patient mobility plans; benefits like paid time off, relocation assistance, continuing education, pet insurance, and dental coverage can also influence decisions. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare examples of hands-on patient care experience before applying.