Physical Therapist Assistant
Physical Therapist Assistant – Sacramento, CA
Position Overview
Join the facility's rehabilitation team as a Physical Therapist Assistant, working primarily in a skilled nursing setting with opportunities to float to an adjacent inpatient acute care hospital. This is an 13-week contract offering stable, full-time hours.
Shift & Schedule
- 8-hour days, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- 2 weekend shifts per month
- First-to-float model
- 40 guaranteed hours per week
- Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment
Patient Population & Clinical Scope
You'll treat 8–9 patients per day in the post-acute setting, working with geriatric populations and common diagnoses including:
- Total joint replacements (TKA, THA)
- Stroke and CVA
- COPD and ia
- Deconditioning and balance disorders
- Orthopedic and neurological conditions
Key Responsibilities
- Perform patient transfers and mobility interventions independently
- Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team
- Maintain clear communication with nursing and therapy staff
- Complete charting in the facility's electronic system
- Receive floor-specific orientation
Required Qualifications
- California PT license and AHA BLS certification
- Minimum 6 months experience in acute care or skilled nursing (skilled nursing preferred)
- Ability to work independently and safely perform transfers
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
What We're Looking For
New graduates with relevant experience are welcome to apply. Candidates must be available to start November 10, 2026, and cannot have been directly employed by CommonSpirit-affiliated facilities within the past year.