Travel Physical Therapy Assistant
Santa Barbara, CA
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied
5x8 hrs

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – School Setting

Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Start Date: January 7, 2026
Contract Length: 20 weeks (through end of school year)
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week (AM shift)
Setting: In-person only

Position Overview

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) will provide physical therapy services under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care. Responsibilities include treatment implementation, documentation, and supporting therapy goals for students across the district.

Minimum Requirements

• Current PTA license in the state of practice
• At least 1 year of professional PTA experience (school experience strongly preferred)
• Compliance with all professional standards of practice
• Current CPR (if applicable)
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest X-ray (if applicable)
• Current health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Compensation

• Local Pay: $50–$55/hour
• Travel Package: $2,600/week gross

Additional Details

• Grade Levels: District-wide (all ages)
• Caseload: Small; assisting district PT
• Guaranteed Hours: 40/week

Interested? Apply today or contact National Recruitment Manager Erika Schweitzer for more details at or .

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.