Dynamic Physical Therapy Assistant - Acute/Outpatient Rehab

Dignity Health; Arroyo Grande (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - Arroyo Grande Community Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to help patients rebuild and maintain function, reduce pain, and improve quality of life. You will assist with initial evaluations, plan of care updates, and direct treatments in accordance with the supervising PT.

The role requires strong communication, age-appropriate skills, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach within an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• CA Physical Therapy Assistant required or eligible.
• BLS-CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physical therapist with direct patient care and related activities.
• Work in outpatient, inpatient and/or transitional care as directed by the manager.
• Ensure scope of practice aligns with APTA and California PT Act and policy.
• Report to department manager for administrative and patient care duties.
• Coordinate patient care with staff and health team members to optimize services.
• Perform procedures and modalities as directed by supervising PT.

Skills

CA licensure eligibility

BLS-CPR

Education

Associate of Arts, Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Dignity Health - Arroyo Grande Community Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to help patients rebuild and maintain function, reduce pain, and improve quality of life. You will assist with initial evaluations, plan of care updates, and direct treatments in accordance with the supervising PT.

The role requires strong communication, age-appropriate skills, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach within an interdisciplinary team.