Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient Ortho - Full Time

Company: Rehab United
Location: La Mesa
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Rehab United is a family-owned private practice specializing in physical therapy, massage/wellness, and fitness, with a total of eight locations in San Diego, CA. Our company prides itself on having a fun, family-oriented and community-centric culture, which has earned us recognition as one of San Diego's Best Places to Work by The San Diego Business Journal and one of the Top Company Cultures in the nation by Entrepreneur Magazine . We have also been recognized as one of San Diego's Best Physical Therapists by Expertise as well as San Diego's Best Rehab Center and Sports Massage Provider by Competitor Magazine . Our company is positioned to grow exponentially in the next two years, and we are looking for an upbeat, friendly, dedicated, results-driven Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team and help us provide exemplary service and support to our patients & customers. RU has built its reputation in the region by maintaining an education-based atmosphere, maintaining quality care (our aides do not treat the patients), & supporting the team allowing a balance of work and life. Our Reviews on Google and Yelp speak for themselves . This is a full-time position. An ideal candidate is a certified PTA with Ortho interest and experience. We are looking for a dynamic and dependable clinician to join our team who is motivated, a team player, and wants to elevate the quality of care for the population. Come join our thriving work environment and gain valuable experience-and have fun doing it! Key Responsibilities: The following is a representation of some of the main areas of focus for our Physical Therapist Assistants. For the full job description, please contact us for more detailed information. Essential Job Responsibilities: Treatment: Execute appropriate evidence-based patient intervention and treatment progressions under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, as dictated by the initial evaluation, plan of care and subsequent progress assessments. Report any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis. Communicate treatment variations to patients and clinical staff and provide thorough explanations and education to patients, particularly pertaining to home exercise programs (KEET). Perform safe application of modalities. • Documentation: Complete documentation according to RU and medical necessity standards (see Documentation Standards for guidance). Documentation requires thorough review and completion by supervising PT. • Billing: Apply appropriate billing codes as trained. Actively collaborate with billing team in a timely manner for all inquiries, issues or discrepancies pertaining to billing claims. • Patient Management: Exercise all company practices for proper scheduling and patient retention. This includes communication to the patient, Front Office communication, detecting gaps in treatment, following up with the patient and overseeing MD, regularly providing patient with status updates and establishing a plan for continued treatment. • Business Development: Contribute to the company’s growth by partaking in marketing endeavors. Company marketing strategies include, but are not limited to, physician networking and relationship building, social media participation, program/services development and promotion of all RU services (Resolve Wellness, Fit Societe). • Professional Development / Continuing Education: Actively participate in co-treatment opportunities, seek mentorship, support staff development, and engage with RUniversity. Expand field knowledge through additional study, research, seminars/webinars and courses. Demonstrate an ability to apply new information to enhance job efficacy. *All treating Physical Therapist Assistants are individually responsible for meeting any and all requirements for PTA license maintenance, without lapse. • Team Responsibilities: RU always strives for a team approach, which means that all company employees are responsible for assisting with opening/closing duties and facility/equipment sanitization to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff. All Covid protocols must be followed at all times as they apply. Maintain a professional and organized atmosphere, and assisting other departments when needed (e.g., answering phones). Uphold Rehab United’s Core Values Performs other duties as requested. Requirements: CA Physical Therapy Assistant License, or PTALA status Confident and Independent Comfortable with social media Desire to learn/teach, and innovate Rehab United Incentives/Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life/AD&D benefit options 401(k) Retirement Program with Company Match Vacation and Holiday Pay Sick Pay (in accordance with State and City law) Free Fit Societe gym membership. Discounts on massage therapy. Compensation: $25.00 - $34.00 Hourly

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