What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) position at Capistrano Senior Living?
Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - San Juan Capistrano, CA
Capistrano Senior Living is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our rehab team. In this role, you will support high-quality physical therapy services across Skilled Nursing setting, helping residents regain function, independence, and confidence in daily life.
Our Mission: We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual’s ability to thrive.
Why You Will Love This Opportunity
- Competitive pay (typically $32–$40 per hour, depending on experience)
- Supportive, collaborative therapy team committed to excellent patient care
- Meaningful work where you can directly enhance resident quality of life
- Flexible scheduling options - Open to Part-Time and PRN options
Position Summary:
Assists in planning, organizing, developing, delivering, and implementing Physical Therapy (PT) Services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and as may be directed by the supervising licensed Physical Therapist, Director of Rehabilitation, or Administrator.
Qualifications:
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant in this state.
- Must possess an Associate degree from an accredited program conferring the title of Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Outstanding communication (verbal and written) skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional in all work-related situations
- Strong organizational skills, ability to multitask
Responsibilities:
- Follows treatment interventions and programs for residents in accordance with resident plan of care and under the direction of the supervising Physical Therapist or Rehab Director
- Assists in developing and maintaining Physical Therapy standards
- Observes and reports on resident’s responses to treatments
- Properly demonstrates the implementation of therapeutic interventions encouraging participation and reporting to supervising therapist on any changes in condition
- Meets all physical requirements of the position (Pick up/put away equipment such as: weights, barbells, medicine balls, etc. transport patients to and from therapy areas, assists with all therapy activities as needed)
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying majority of costs for Medical HMO (with buy up plan options available)
- 401(k) with company match (company match begins after 1 year of service)
- Company paid Life and disability insurance
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
- Employee Assistance program
- Identity Theft and Travel insurance protections
- Bene-Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more….
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Conveniently located off Ortega Highway 74 and Interstate 5, Capistrano Senior Living is a beautiful two-story senior living community that offers Assisted Living and Memory Care. Our community is just minutes away from the charming historic downtown San Juan Capistrano that features premier dining, shopping and entertainment. We also share our campus with the top-rated skilled nursing facility San Juan Hills Healthcare Center
Salary : $32 - $40