Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Wheel Health Physical Therapy Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and close collaboration

Set weekly shifts

Paid sick leave

Hours that can grow with caseload

AI charting (Jane App)

Job summary

Wheel Health Physical Therapy Corporation in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a compassionate PTA for 1:1 sports and orthopedics rehab. The role is part-time (2–3 shifts weekly, about 15–20 hours) under supervision of a licensed DPT.

You’ll work in a collaborative setting with reformer Pilates and other modalities. Responsibilities include guiding therapeutic exercises, monitoring responses, educating patients, and precise documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, reliability and a positive attitude.
• Comfortable working independently and in a team.
• Interest or background in sports medicine/orthopedics is a plus; not required.
• New grads welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct 1:1 patient care under licensed PT supervision.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercise and mobility training.
• Monitor patient responses and report observations to PT.
• Educate patients on body mechanics and home exercises.
• Document visits accurately and on time.
• Keep the treatment area clean and organized.
• Communicate professionally with patients and care team.
• Follow clinic policies and CA regulations.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Sports medicine interest

Education

Associate PTA degree

Job description

Part-time (2-3 shifts a week, about 15-20 hours), with room to grow

Caseload: 1:1 care only, 30- and 60-minute sessions, sports and orthopedics

About Us

Our space has state-of-the-art fitness and rehab equipment, an open floor plan to move and train in, and an excellent front office team. The clinic also offers chiropractic, massage therapy, private and group reformer Pilates, and acupuncture, so you’ll work in a collaborative setting.

The Role

We’re looking for a compassionate, dependable PTA to deliver one-on-one care under the supervision of a licensed DPT. Practice premium sports and ortho rehab without the high-volume, corporate burnout.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct 1:1 patient care under the supervision of a licensed PT.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercise, functional activities, strength and mobility training.
• Monitor patient responses and report observations to the supervising PT.
• Educate patients on body mechanics, safe movement and home exercise programs.
• Document each visit accurately and on time.
• Keep the treatment area clean, safe and organized.
• Communicate professionally with patients and the care team.
• Follow clinic policies, documentation standards and California regulations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Strong communication skills, reliability and a positive attitude.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
• Interest or background in sports medicine, orthopedics or strength and conditioning is a plus, but not required.
• New grads are welcome to apply.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay, based on experience.
• Set weekly shifts, so you know your schedule.
• Paid sick leave, as required by California law.
• Mentorship and close collaboration with our Sports Medicine Team and DPT.
• Hours that can grow as our caseload builds.

Why You’ll Like Working Here

• AI charting (Jane App):Finish your 1:1 notes in seconds, with no charting at home.
• Great Valley location:Easy access, parking and an upscale space.
• Pure clinical focus:You focus on the patient in front of you, with no clinic chores.
• A good fit:It works well for new grads breaking into sports ortho, or experienced PTAs who want a premium, lower-stress part-time role.