Part-Time Physical Therapy Aide: Onsite Patient Care & Setup

Personal Best Physical Therapy; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Personal Best Physical Therapy in Cerritos, CA is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to support licensed therapists in a busy, patient-centered clinic. The role is part-time, on-site, and focuses on preparing treatment areas, guiding exercises, and maintaining safety and cleanliness.

You will also assist with scheduling, greet patients, and manage intake forms while collaborating with therapists and admin staff to ensure smooth operations and a welcoming patient experience.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of Physical Therapy to assist with treatments under supervision.
• Understanding of Exercise Physiology to support safe therapeutic exercises.
• Strong Communication skills to interact clearly with patients and team members.
• Demonstrated Patient Care skills, including empathy and attentiveness.
• Customer Service abilities to provide welcoming, professional front-desk support.
• High school diploma or equivalent; coursework related to physical therapy, kinesiology, or exercise science is preferred.
• Ability to stand, move, and assist with light lifting throughout the shift, following safety guidelines.
• Reliability, punctuality, and willingness to learn clinic procedures and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment areas, set up equipment, and assist with supervised exercises.
• Guide patients through basic exercises as directed, monitoring comfort and safety.
• Help with scheduling, greeting patients, and managing intake forms.
• Collaborate with therapists and administrative staff to ensure smooth clinic operations and patient experience.

Skills

Foundational knowledge of PhysicalTher

Understanding of Exercise Physiology

Strong Communication

Patient Care

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Personal Best Physical Therapy in Cerritos, CA is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to support licensed therapists in a busy, patient-centered clinic. The role is part-time, on-site, and focuses on preparing treatment areas, guiding exercises, and maintaining safety and cleanliness.

You will also assist with scheduling, greet patients, and manage intake forms while collaborating with therapists and admin staff to ensure smooth operations and a welcoming patient experience.