Job Announcement

Position Title: Physical Therapist Assistant

Department: Medical

Supervised By: Medical Director

Location: Alpine Physical Therapy Offices

Status: Non - Exempt

Posted: July 2026

Closing Date: Until Filled

Compensation: $30 - $39.50 / HR DOE

Grant: N/A

Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-4:30PM.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under supervision from the Medical Director, the Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for evaluating, planning, and administering physical therapy treatment programs as prescribed by a physician. This position provides comprehensive rehabilitative care using various therapeutic techniques, equipment, and assistive devices to improve or restore patient function. The Physical Therapist Assistant maintains accurate documentation, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, and ensures delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care in alignment with organizational standards.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides skilled physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in accordance with established plans of care.

1. Demonstrates strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, rehabilitation techniques, and treatment modalities, including evaluating treatment effectiveness.
2. Ensures compliance with organizational policies related to attendance, punctuality, professional appearance, and maintenance of equipment and workspaces.
3. Adheres to all organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
4. Complies with all SIHC policies & procedures.
5. Ability to work flexible schedule may be required based on need.
6. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program required. Experience providing direct patient care in a clinical or rehabilitative setting is preferred. Demonstrated ability to independently assess, plan, and implement therapeutic interventions.

Education/Experience: Associate of Science (A.S.) or Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program required. One (1) year of experience in an outpatient rehabilitation, physical therapy, or healthcare setting is preferred. New graduates with appropriate clinical training and licensure are encouraged to apply. Must demonstrate the ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining professional standards and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Must be at least 18 years old.

Licenses/Certifications: Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in the State of California is required and must be maintained throughout employment. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or equivalent provider is required or must be obtained within a timeframe established by SIHC. A valid driver’s license is required and must be maintained throughout employment. Applicants must be able to travel throughout the organization’s service area including all SIHC site locations. Current certifications and/or licenses are appropriate to the positions required education and profession.

Character: Applicants must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Must be responsible and able to exercise good judgment, accept administrative supervision, pay attention to detail, follow instructions, including the ability to interact effectively and communicate with people in a professional and courteous manner. Must be highly confidential and work as a team with other staff. Applicants should be sensitive to client’s needs.

Skills: Strong team building, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective peer relationships with coworkers within the Department, clinic-wide, and the public. Must be able to express ideas clearly, concisely, address audiences effectively, and exercise balanced judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions. Willing to be part of a team and cooperate in accomplishing department goals and objectives. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, take initiative, be proactive, and function in a rapidly changing environment. Ability to work with people of all social and ethnic backgrounds, resolves conflicts, negotiates situations, and facilitates consensus.

Physical and Personal Requirements: Normal clinic/office environment. Sit or stand for long periods of time. Reach, bend, climb, stoop, lift up to 25 lbs. repetitive hand movement; use and view PC. Reliable transportation and car insurance as required by the state. Travel as needed.

Compliance: Each employee plays a key role in creating a compliance culture at SIHC. Employees are expected to learn and comply with all SIHC policies and procedures. One must have the ability to understand the implications and complexities of all compliance policies. Participation in all compliance training is mandatory, and generally has a heightened awareness of policies and regulations that are specific to one’s department and position. All SIHC employees are expected to report violations or suspected violations of compliance policies or regulations.

Other: Applicants must successfully pass a pre-screening tuberculin skin test or x-ray and a blood/urine drug screening test. Health must be adequate to perform all duties of the position. Applicants must complete SIHC Application and Authorization Form, both must be submitted to Human Resources prior to the close date indicated.

INDIAN PREFERENCE:

INDIAN PREFERENCE: In the filling of any SIHC job vacancy, preference may be given to qualified Native American Indians, pursuant to the Indian Preference Hiring Act, 25 USC 472, unless other laws require the filling of a vacancy without regard to Indian preference (e.g. Public Law (P.L.) 94-437, “Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA). To receive Indian Tribe ore for any SIHC position, the applicant must be enrolled, or be eligible for enrollment, as an American Indian with their Tribe, or must be certified as an American Indian from the designated Tribal Representative. Applicants claiming Indian preference must attach verification of their claim to the SIHC application, including Certification of form BIA-4432, which is available from the SIHC Human Resources Department. If verification is not or cannot be verified, the applicant will not receive Indian preference for purposes of the interview.