keiai south bay healthcare centerGardena, CA
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
$38.00 to $42.00 per hour
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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
keiai south bay healthcare centerGardena, CA
9 days ago
$38.00 to $42.00 per hour
Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and AudiologistsOffices of All Other Miscellaneous Health PractitionersNursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)
Apply for this role →Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Full-Time | Gardena, CA | $38 to $42/Hour Consistent Scheduling. Collaborative Team. Real Clinical Impact. Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center is hiring a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join a high-performing, mission-driven rehabilitation team in Gardena, California. If you are a clinician who wants the stability of consistent scheduling, a supportive environment, and the opportunity to make a measurable difference in the lives of those you serve, this is the role for you. You will help residents regain mobility, strength, and independence while working alongside a dedicated therapy team in a Skilled Nursing setting.
Our Mission:
We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual's ability to thrive.
Why Clinicians Choose Kei-Ai South Bay:
- Compensation and Financial Security
- Hourly pay range: $38.00 to $42.00 per hour, commensurate with experience 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
- Health and Wellness Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance the company covers the majority of Medical HMO premiums, with buy-up plan options available
- Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
- Identity theft protection and travel insurance coverage
- Work-Life Quality
- Paid Time Off encompassing vacation, sick leave, and observed holidays
- Flexible scheduling considered, including a Part-Time arrangement for the right candidate
- Bene-Hub employee discount programs
- Culture and Career
- A collaborative, supportive therapy team that genuinely invests in one another
- Meaningful, measurable impact on resident outcomes and quality of life
- A stable, professionally managed environment aligned with federal, state, and local care standards
- Consistent scheduling that supports long-term career planning and personal stability
The Role:
The Physical Therapist Assistant works under the direction of a supervising licensed Physical Therapist to deliver individualized, evidence-informed physical therapy services within our Skilled Nursing setting. This position is classified as Non-Exempt and reports to the Director of Rehabilitation, the supervising Physical Therapist, and the Facility Administrator.
Core responsibilities include:
- Implementing resident treatment plans in alignment with the established plan of care
- Delivering skilled therapeutic interventions targeting strength, mobility, balance, coordination, endurance, and functional performance
- Monitoring, documenting, and reporting resident responses and any clinical changes to the supervising Physical Therapist
- Educating residents and caregivers on home exercise programs and safety strategies as delegated
- Completing accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation consistent with federal, state, payer, and organizational requirements
- Maintaining adherence to HIPAA, infection control standards, OSHA regulations, patient rights, and all applicable California state practice standards
- Supporting discharge planning and transition-of-care activities as directed
- Participating in team meetings, care conferences, and quality assurance initiatives
- Treating all residents with dignity, respect, and compassionate professionalism
Physical requirements include the ability to assist with patient transfers, mobility support, repositioning, prolonged standing and walking, bending, reaching, and lifting with or without assistive devices. The ability to assist in resident evacuation during emergency situations is also required.
What You Bring
Current, active, and unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant license in the State of California
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program required
Successful completion of the NPTE for PTAs required
Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Composure and professionalism in dynamic, fast-paced clinical environments
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
A team-first mindset and a genuine passion for skilled nursing and post-acute care
Equal Opportunity and Accommodation
Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or California law.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources or your facility Administrator.
Employment with Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center is at-will. Duties, schedule, and work location may be adjusted based on facility needs or any other lawful reason.
Apply TodayReady to bring your clinical expertise where it truly matters? Submit your application now. Our team reviews candidates promptly and will be in touch to schedule next steps.
Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center is located in Gardena, California, proudly serving the greater South Bay community.
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Level
Mid
Salary
$38.00 to $42.00 per hour
Location
Gardena, CA
Occupation
Physical Therapist Assistants
Industry
Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists
Posted
9 days ago