School Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – $50/hour
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Schedule: 3 days/week | 24 hours/week | In-person only
Contract Length: 35 weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Amergis is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide school-based physical therapy services to students across the district. The PTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care to support students’ mobility, physical development, and therapeutic needs.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver physical therapy treatments as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist
- Assist in implementing individualized therapy plans
- Document student progress and maintain accurate records
- Collaborate with educational staff and healthcare professionals to support student success
Minimum Requirements:
- Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in California
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
- One (1) year of professional PTA experience preferred
- School-based experience preferred
- Current CPR certification (if applicable)
- TB questionnaire, PPD test, or chest x-ray (if applicable)
- Current health certificate (as required by contract or state regulation)
- Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Compensation:
- Local Pay Rate: $50/hour
Classroom Setting: School-wide
Grade Level: District-wide
Case Load/Class Size: TBD
Amergis Benefits:
- Weekly pay
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Dedicated recruiter and clinical support teams
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.