Physical Therapist Assistant Job in Ridgecrest, CA
Job title from Select Medical: Physical Therapist Assistant
Source: Select Medical job site (jobs-selectmedicalcorp.icims.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Nov 4, 2026.
License rules in California
California is not in the PT Compact.
How the pay compares
This job pays USD 8.47 an hour less than the typical USD 40.47 an hour for PTA jobs in California (38 jobs that list the pay).
About Select Medical here
Select Medical has 2 more open therapy jobs in Ridgecrest, CA.
Typical pay at Select Medical in California: USD 42.50 an hour (14 jobs that list the pay).
Job description from Select Medical
Overview
Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant
Location: 935 E. Ridgecrest Blvd., Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Compensation: $26-$38/hour (based on experience)
Incentives: $10K Sign-On Bonus + Monthly Student Loan Repayment Assistance + Relocation Assistance Available
Select Physical Therapy in Ridgecrest, CA is looking for a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our dynamic outpatient team. This position offers flexible scheduling options to support work‑life balance. We take pride in delivering an exceptional patient experience, helping individuals return to athletics, work, daily life, and the things they love. This is an opportunity to join a highly trained and respected physical therapy team that provides both preventive and rehabilitative care, improving quality of life for the communities where our patients live and work.NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY!
1:1 mentorship is available for all new grads and hours can be flexible. Our work environment offers a great opportunity to provide skilled care to our patients and grow with the nation’s leader in outpatient physical therapy.
Why Join Us:
- Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
- Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
- Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program
- Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
- Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives
Responsibilities
- Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
- Implement, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures
- Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.
Qualifications
- College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program
- Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE
- Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license (or license in process)
- CPR certification
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Apply on the Select Medical site
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