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Athena Merica

Pediatric Physical Therapist

physical therapist San Diego, CA Oceanside Therapy Group
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
8 years at Oceanside Therapy Group
Gender
Female
Connections
137
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 75,598 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the physical therapist specialty. Athena Merica is one of them.
  • 6,359 physical therapists are based in CA (out of 155,461 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 2 contacts at Oceanside Therapy Group are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical physical therapist compensation in CA: $92,000 – $153,000 (median $117,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of physical therapists in CA: Kaiser Permanente (510), Sutter Health (98), Sharp Healthcare (75).
  • 6% of physical therapists in CA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 80% of physical therapists in CA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed September 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
San Diego State University
University Of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Skills
Deep Tissue Massage Therapeutic Massage Reflexology Trigger Point Therapy Swedish Myofascial Release Therapy Thai Massage Sports Massage Swedish Massage Perinatal Massage
About Oceanside Therapy Group
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$1M to <$10M
Professional Overview

Athena Merica is a Pediatric Physical Therapist, currently affiliated with Oceanside Therapy Group, based in San Diego, CA. As a physical therapist, Merica contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in San Diego, CA. They have been with Oceanside Therapy Group for 8 years. Merica holds academic credentials from San Diego State University and University Of St. Augustine For Health Sciences. Core competencies include Deep Tissue Massage, Therapeutic Massage, Reflexology, Trigger Point Therapy, Swedish. Oceanside Therapy Group operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physical therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physical therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The San Diego, CA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting physical therapist

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Athena Merica located?
Athena Merica is based in San Diego, CA. They are currently affiliated with Oceanside Therapy Group.
What is Athena Merica's specialty?
Athena Merica specializes in physical therapist. Their current role is Pediatric Physical Therapist.
Where does Athena Merica currently work?
Athena Merica currently works at Oceanside Therapy Group. They have been there for 8 years.
What is Athena Merica's educational background?
Athena Merica attended San Diego State University and University Of St. Augustine For Health Sciences.
How do I contact Athena Merica for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Athena Merica. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a physical therapist?
Recruiting physical therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physical therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a physical therapist in CA?
physical therapists in CA typically earn $92,000 to $153,000 annually, with a median of $117,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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