Acute Care PTA: Patient-Centered Physical Therapy

Southern California Hospitals; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 51,370 - 69,017; Full time

Job summary

Southern California Hospitals Culver City is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to assist the physical therapist in delivering patient treatments, documenting progress, and preparing treatment schedules.

You will educate patients and families, ensure accurate charge entry, maintain equipment, and follow HIPAA and infection-control standards.

Candidates must hold an active PTA license, BLS, and be able to work flexible shifts, with strong communication in English.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant License.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate treatments and implements treatment plans with the therapist, monitors patient responses, and documents progress.
• Maintains equipment and ensures safety and infection control.
• Completes charge entries and patient documentation in a timely, accurate manner; supports discharge planning and education.

Skills

English proficiency

Empathy

Attention to detail

Job description

Southern California Hospitals Culver City is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to assist the physical therapist in delivering patient treatments, documenting progress, and preparing treatment schedules.

You will educate patients and families, ensure accurate charge entry, maintain equipment, and follow HIPAA and infection-control standards.

Candidates must hold an active PTA license, BLS, and be able to work flexible shifts, with strong communication in English.