Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in California
Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in California are concentrated in Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area, with strong demand across outpatient orthopedics, geriatric rehabilitation, and pediatric therapy settings. Large health systems including Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and CommonSpirit Health maintain a consistent presence statewide and regularly bring on physical therapy assistants at every level from recent graduates to senior clinicians. California is among the most active markets in the country for this role, driven by its aging population and extensive outpatient and post-acute care network. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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As a Home Health Physical Therapy Office Intake professional, you’ll help patients begin care by coordinating intake details, keeping records accurate. You’ll work with patients, clinicians, referral to scheduled services. This role calls for clear communication, careful handling of confidential information, and dependable follow-through.
Responsibilities
- Receive referrals and collect patient information, medical records, and required documentation.
- Enter and maintain accurate information in electronic medical records and electronic health records (EMR/EHR) systems.
- Respond to patient and provider questions with attentive customer service while following HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) and clinical confidentiality policies.
- Your impact: Accurate intake and timely authorization help patients and care teams avoid administrative delays in starting home health physical therapy.
Qualifications
- home health or physical therapy office experience at least 1 year
- Able to speak English and Armenia
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR) management and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to protect confidential information, communicate professionally, and manage details accurately.
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Job Overview
As a Home Health Physical Therapy Office Intake professional, you’ll help patients begin care by coordinating intake details, keeping records accurate. You’ll work with patients, clinicians, referral to scheduled services. This role calls for clear communication, careful handling of confidential information, and dependable follow-through.
Responsibilities
- Receive referrals and collect patient information, medical records, and required documentation.
- Enter and maintain accurate information in electronic medical records and electronic health records (EMR/EHR) systems.
- Respond to patient and provider questions with attentive customer service while following HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) and clinical confidentiality policies.
- Your impact: Accurate intake and timely authorization help patients and care teams avoid administrative delays in starting home health physical therapy.
Qualifications
- home health or physical therapy office experience at least 1 year
- Able to speak English and Armenia
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR) management and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to protect confidential information, communicate professionally, and manage details accurately.
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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Physical Therapy Assistant Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Sutter Health16
- Powerback Rehabilitation10
- Vibra Travels8
- Voyage Health6V
- FeldCare Connects6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapy assistant jobs across California.
- Active California Physical Therapy Assistant license issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California
- Associate degree in physical therapist assisting from a CAPTE-accredited program
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an approved provider
- Experience or clinical rotation hours in orthopedic or outpatient rehabilitation settings
- Ability to document treatment sessions accurately in electronic health record systems
- Strong interpersonal skills for patient education and coordination with supervising physical therapists
Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physical therapy assistant in California?
You must earn an associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapist assistant program and pass the National Physical Therapy Examination for PTAs, then apply for licensure through the Physical Therapy Board of California. California requires a state license before you can work in any clinical setting. The licensing process includes a criminal background check and proof of graduation from an accredited program. Community colleges and state universities across California offer accredited PTA programs.
Which companies hire physical therapy assistants in California?
California physical therapy assistant roles are posted by Sutter Health, Powerback Rehabilitation, and Vibra Travels and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's large integrated health systems and extensive outpatient rehabilitation networks mean openings appear across both major metro areas and suburban communities throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most physical therapy assistant jobs?
Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Jose have the most physical therapy assistant openings in California right now. Los Angeles leads because of its sheer population size and concentration of hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and skilled nursing facilities, while San Diego's large veterans affairs infrastructure and suburban growth corridors also generate steady demand, and Bay Area postings reflect the high density of both large health networks and private outpatient practices.
Are there remote physical therapy assistant jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Physical therapy assistants deliver hands-on patient care, which means the vast majority of roles require on-site work in a clinic, hospital, or care facility. About 3% of physical therapy assistant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve care coordination, documentation review, or telehealth support rather than direct patient treatment.
How can I get hired as a physical therapy assistant in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate positions at large California outpatient rehabilitation groups and health systems, many of which offer structured clinical mentorship for newly licensed PTAs. Kaiser Permanente and CommonSpirit Health both run new-grad onboarding programs that provide supervised caseload ramp-up. Lateral moves from physical therapy aide or rehabilitation technician roles within the same facility are common, since those positions build clinical familiarity that hiring managers value. Completing your California license quickly after graduation and having strong clinical rotation evaluations from your program gives you a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to physical therapy assistant jobs in California?
You can find and apply to physical therapy assistant jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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