Find salary information for any job, employer and location
Physical Therapist Aides Salaries
in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.46 – $24.71
Average Annual Pay
Range: $46,717 – $51,388
Salaries for Physical Therapist Aides near Santa Cruz-Watsonville
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$13.09
44.5%Lower than Physical Therapist Aides in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Alaska, AK
$26.91
14.1%Higher than Physical Therapist Aides in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Arizona, AZ
$18.09
23.3%Lower than Physical Therapist Aides in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Arkansas, AR
$17.24
26.9%Lower than Physical Therapist Aides in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
California, CA
$19.80
16.0%Lower than Physical Therapist Aides in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
How much do Physical Therapist Aides make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$20.04/hr
Range: $19.09 - $21.00
Annual Rate
$41,695
Range: $39,709 - $43,680
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.58/hr
Range: $22.46 - $24.71
Annual Rate
$49,053
Range: $46,717 - $51,388
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.12/hr
Range: $25.83 - $28.42
Annual Rate
$56,411
Range: $53,725 - $59,096
Physical Therapist Aides job description
Physical Therapist Aides professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
