Physical Therapy Aide Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles Physical Therapy Aide Jobs Overview

Physical therapy aides (also called PTAs) work under the supervision of licensed physical therapists to help patients recover from injuries and other pain and mobility issues. Additionally, they clean, help move patients, and assist physical therapists with clerical tasks. If you enjoy helping people, then you might consider looking into physical therapy aide jobs.

To be a physical therapy aide, you’ll need to be empathetic, a good communicator, and able to perform physical tasks.

The duties of a physical therapy aide include:

• observing patients before, during, and after physical therapy.
• reporting the status of patients to a physical therapist.
• assisting patients with treatments and exercises.

Most physical therapy aides work for physical therapy offices. However, some work for hospitals, nursing homes, physicians, and home healthcare services. It’s common to work a full-time schedule, but some physical therapy aides work part-time, nights, and weekends.

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About Working in Los Angeles, California

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If L.A. were a country, the city's economy would be bigger than those of Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, and Sweden. Los Angeles is a sprawling metropolis, engulfing five counties—Los Angeles, Riverside, Ventura, Orange, and San Bernardino. If you're looking for jobs in Los Angeles, you have a lot of choices for relocation. There are more than 80 neighborhoods in L.A. and 16 districts just in downtown. For those who want a slightly less hectic pace, you can also find jobs in L.A.'s beautiful suburbs, including Pasadena, West Covina, and Anaheim.

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How Much Do Physical Therapy Aide Jobs Pay in Los Angeles, California?

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