Physical Therapy Assistant

commonspirit· Physical Therapy
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About this role

Where You’ll Work

Founded in 1923, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center is a 389-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Long Beach, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, and orthopedics. Additionally, St. Mary Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and received a Healthgrades 5-Star Award for Heart Failure in 2026.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Job Summary and Responsibilities

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

  • Utilizes appropriate treatment techniques based on patient diagnosis and understands the rationale for use.
  • Treatment plan, as implemented, reflects needs and goals identified on evaluation, and demonstrates diversity and creativity to achieve goals.
  • Prioritizes treatment plans when time is limited in order to effectively meet treatment goals.
  • Ensures safe and effective treatment by communicating with the supervising PT regarding patient needs, changes in the patient's condition or the response to treatment given.
  • Is able to provide clear, concise and effective age-appropriate communication to patients or families to motivate patients and obtain their cooperation in achieving mutually agreed upon goals.
  • Adheres to basic medical and safety precautions for patient; including monitoring vital signs, following precautions and contraindications for modalities, and specific to patient's diagnosis.

Job Requirements

Required

  • Associate Of Arts PTA program
  • Experience as a PTA working in a clinical setting with adult population, preferably rehabilitation; demonstrated leadership,initiative and ability to assume responsibility; demonstrated proficiency in all PTA skills; demonstrates one or more areas of well-developed clinical expertise that is used regularly in assigned area; demonstrates current continuing education in specialty area.
  • Physical Therapy Assistant: CA
  • AHA Basic Life Support - CPR

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at commonspirit?
The salary for this Physical Therapy Assistant role at commonspirit is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Physical Therapy Assistant role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Physical Therapy Assistant role in the Physical Therapy department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the Physical Therapy Assistant at commonspirit belong to?
This Physical Therapy Assistant position is part of the Physical Therapy department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at commonspirit?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to commonspirit's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Physical Therapy Assistant job at commonspirit posted?
This Physical Therapy Assistant position at commonspirit was posted on May 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Physical Therapy Assistant
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