Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant - Geriatric Wellness

Encore Wellness Therapy; Fullerton, Downey, Whittier (CA, CA, CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem W-2 shifts

Weekday shift coverages 7:30am-4:30pm

401(k) eligibility after 90 days

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Encore Wellness Therapy in Southern California is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. Salary ranges from $40.00 to $45.00 per hour. The role supports an active wellness program for mature adults in a clinical fitness environment.

Graduate of an APTA-accredited PTA program with a valid California PTA license is required. Six months of fitness background/training is preferred, along with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree from an APTA-accredited PTA program.
• Must hold a valid California Physical Therapist Assistant license.
• Minimum six months of fitness background/training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients and treatment area.
• Uses modalities appropriately and ensures safety of equipment.
• Provides feedback on patient performance and program indications/contraindications.
• Works with diverse patient populations (orthopedic, neuro, medical) including older adults.
• Manages time between modality and exercise programs; maintains productivity.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Organizational skills

Reasoning ability

Time management

Education

APTA-accredited PTA program

California PTA license

Job description

Encore Wellness Therapy in Southern California is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. Salary ranges from $40.00 to $45.00 per hour. The role supports an active wellness program for mature adults in a clinical fitness environment.

Graduate of an APTA-accredited PTA program with a valid California PTA license is required. Six months of fitness background/training is preferred, along with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.