Physical Therapy Assistant

Dignity Health; San Andreas (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health – Mark Twain Medical Center in San Andreas, California, seeks an Assistant Physical Therapist to provide personalized rehabilitative care and support, helping patients regain function and improve quality of life.

You will implement treatment plans, guide patients through therapeutic exercises, monitor progress, and meticulously document interventions to ensure comprehensive, effective care—combining clinical knowledge with clear communication and a compassionate, patient-centered

Qualifications

• Must hold an Associate of Arts from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program.
• CA PTA license required upon hire.
• CPR/BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans and guide patients through therapeutic exercises.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust interventions as needed.
• Document interventions thoroughly to ensure comprehensive and accurate records.
• Demonstrate strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication, and a compassionate demeanor to support patient recovery.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

Associate of Arts from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As an Assistant Physical Therapist, you will provide personalized rehabilitative care and empathetic support, working closely with patients to restore function and improve their quality of life.

Job Summary And Responsibilities

Every day you will expertly implement treatment plans, guide patients through therapeutic exercises, monitor progress, and meticulously document interventions to ensure comprehensive and effective care.

To be successful, you will demonstrate outstanding clinical knowledge, strong communication skills, and a patient, compassionate demeanor, contributing to overall patient recovery and well-being.

Job RequirementsRequired

• Associate Of Arts from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
• Physical Therapy Assistant: CA, upon hire
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1951, Dignity Health – Mark Twain Medical Center is a 25-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in San Andreas, California. Serving more than 90,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full range of services, including cancer care, emergency care, and orthopedics. Mark Twain Medical Center also operates four Family Medical Clinics offering exams, immunizations, and care for minor injuries. Mark Twain Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, and it is the only medical facility in Calaveras County.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$33.16 - $37.50 /hour