Physical Therapy Assistant I

Job ID 20924 Location Los Angeles, California, United States Job Category Therapy / Rehab Date posted 10/21/2026

Job Description

The Physical Therapy Assistant I is responsible for treating patients utilizing therapy modalities and procedures according to the prescription of the physicians, and the treatment established by the Physical Therapist. Provides patient care consistently with the scope of ethics; the plan for the provision of care to patients, the plan for corporate compliance, the performance improvement plan and patient education plan. May report on team and/or patient family conferences. Assists in divisional growth and cohesiveness to ensure a high quality of patient care and assists in the education and /or training of students. Provides patient care while maintaining safety of the environment, utilizing appropriate communication with sensitivity and attention to special populations, including patients with diverse cultural backgrounds, age, developmental issues and physical disabilities.

• Treats patients utilizing therapy modalities and procedures according to the prescription of the physicians, and the treatment established by the Physical Therapist.
• Provides patient education appropriate for patient population.
• Provides individualized, patient-centered care with respect to personal, cultural, spiritual beliefs and preferences; age-related cognitive and psychosocial needs; social support needs; gender, sexual orientation, and economic background.
• Complete all required documentation in an accurate and thorough manner within the expected timeframes.
• Identifies and facilitates patient discharge needs including documentation, communication with care team, and recommendation for follow-up services in conjunction with Physical Therapist.
• Identifies safety concerns regarding patient population and institutes appropriate measures to provide a safe environment, including protection of self and others. Reviews identified risks and benefits of therapy and obtains consent from patient and/or caregiver.
• Contributes ideas and suggestions to continuously improve processes, procedures, methods and productivity and utilizes quality principles for continuous performance improvement.
• Participates in activities that promote professional identity within the clinical environment, the Cedars-Sinai environment and the community at large.
• Participates in professional development through clinical education, formal mentoring programs, further development of clinical and professional competencies, involvement in research and scholarly work.
• Participates in continuous learning and professional development and documents evidence.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Assoc. Degree/College Diploma Completion of formal education / training from an accredited institution leading to or required for a Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• No experience required, must be competent by virtue of training and/or experience to implement treatment plans and provide education in a manner appropriate to the age of the patient.
• California State license, Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
• Basic Life Support (BLS).

Req ID 20924

Working Title Physical Therapy Assistant I

Department Physical Therapy IP

Business Entity Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Job Category Therapy / Rehab

Job Specialty Physical Therapy

Overtime Status NONEXEMPT

Primary Shift Day

Shift Duration 8 hour

Base Pay $34.27 - $53.12

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