Physical Therapy Assistant - $33-36 per hour

Select Medical is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for a job in West Los Angeles, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

Overview

Select Physical Therapy is currently hiring a full-time Injury Prevention-WorkStrategies Specialist for an industrial setting. This is a great opportunity for an athletic trainer (ATC), PTA, or COTA. 

This is an onsite contract with a large airline at LAX.  FT staff of 7 Certified Athletic Trainers with additional PRN Athletic Trainers.  Center operates 7 days/wk. and operates as a half fitness, half OSHA First Aid location for all employees of the airline.  We just moved into a brand new, roughly 2000 sq. ft. facility with additional spaces in the works.  This program is well established (10 years+) and supported by all stakeholders.  Patient population is diverse ranging in age from 18-65 years old+.  Various demographics and athletic/physical abilities. OSHA mandated First Aid care can range from musculoskeletal issues to general medical conditions, to acute trauma. There are also multiple preventative programs that have been developed and maintained onsite by our Injury Prevention Team that are ongoing and that the candidate will support as able.  The Full-time WorkStrtaegies Specialist will also perform one day a week at the busy, 4000sq. Ft. Select-Los Angeles PT Clinic performing testing and assisting with operations.  The candidate will directly report to the Site Supervisor, with additional assistance from the AT Leads as needed. 1-2 years of AT experience is recommended due to the complexity and volume of cases seen at both sites.  Ability to cross-train and support additional onsite contracts and/or WorkStrategies opportunities in the Southern CA area are also a possibility.  Come and join our dynamic, progressive, and growing team at LAX and Select LA. 

Position: Injury Prevention Specialist

Location: 300 World Way, Los Angeles, CA 90045  

Type of Employment: Full-time

Schedule: 8 hr shift between hours of 6am-9pm, up to 3x/wk until 9pm (weekdays and/or weekends)

Compensation: $33.00 - $36.00, hourly, based on years of experience

Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Education for Growth: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications (Free for ATCs!)
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
• Specialized Care: We offer growth and specialties nationwide (sports medicine - in high school and collegiate settings, and industrial health)
• Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives

• On-site coverage for industrial client under the direction of the Account/Program Manager
• Delivery of full continuum of Onsite Injury Prevention Services at assigned location. Prevention Services include:
  • Assessment, triage, and first aid application for workplace injury/discomfort
  • Ergonomic risk assessment and implementation of ergonomic solutions
  • Job coaching and behavior modification, both 1:1 and in group settings
  • Providing education and training on a wide range of injury prevention topics
  • Office ergonomics
  • Health and wellness consultation
• Document and report on employee encounters
• Regular communication with both client and Select leadership

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree
• Minimum one year of experience
• CPR certification
• Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal injury assessment and prevention interventions
• NATA BOC Certification, qualifying state PTA or COTA licensure

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an industrial setting

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Select Medical Job ID #1366-346638. Posted job title: Injury Prevention Specialist (ATC, PTA or COTA)

About Select Medical

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• School loan reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Medical benefits
• Vision benefits