Acute Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities.       

Sign-On Bonus available       

***Details regarding the sign-on bonus are available upon inquiry.  

One of our clients in lively, sunny Southern California is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to join their growing team. This outpatient clinic, located within a hospital, is committed to inclusivity and exceptional patient care. The role provides excellent leadership support, competitive salary, and affordable housing options. You'll excel in a supportive, family-like environment where patients and colleagues are cherished as part of a close-knit community.

Responsibilities:

• Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on their responses and progress. Then, in person or through progress notes, provide the results to the physical therapist.
• Confers with physical therapy staff and others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment. 
• Transports patients to and from treatment areas, lifting and transferring them according to positioning requirements. Secures patients into or onto therapy equipment.
• Monitors operation of equipment and records use of equipment and administration of treatment.
• Fits patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches.

Qualifications: 

• Associate degree or certification from a physical therapy
• Current CPR certification and BLS preferred.
• Excellent customer service and patient care skills.
• Basic understanding of physical therapy and medical terminology.

As a member of their team, you will enjoy: 

• Full Benefits Package 
• Student Loan Repayment Program 
• Generous HSA contribution 
• 3 Weeks PTO 
• Unmatched Mentorship Opportunities with some of the best Physical Therapists in the region 
• Continuing Education Reimbursement 
• Competitive Compensation 

Join Our Team: Start a fulfilling career with our client and become a key player in a vibrant healthcare community focused on outstanding patient care and innovation. Apply now to join a dedicated team of professionals and make a significant impact on patients' lives.