Per Diem Physical Therapist

PHYS THER 2 PD (009486)

UCPath Position ID: 40194851

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1107341

Approved Date:

2/23/2026 6:27:41 PM

Date Last Edited:

2/23/2026 6:27:38 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

8/30/2022

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

7000O

Organization:

VC STUDENT AFFAIRS

Division Code:

7800D

Division:

STUDENT HEALTH

Department:

521500 - ARTHUR ASHE STU HEALTH & WELLNESS CNTR

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40194851

Position Description ID

168975

UC Payroll Title:

PHYS THER 2 PD (009486)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

HX: Residual Healthcare Professionals

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

6 - Staff: Per Diem

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

0.4

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40087342

Reports to Payroll Title:

REHAB SVC SUPV 1

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40036657

Department Head Payroll Title:

HC ADM SHS MGR 3

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary function of this position is to provide physical therapy on campus at UCLA to students of UCLA thereby supporting UCLA students in the attainment of their goals.  Major responsibilities include evaluating and providing appropriate individualized physical therapy treatment while meeting documentation standards and productivity levels.  The primary function of this role is direct patient care.

The mission of The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center (The Ashe Center) is to support UCLA students in the successful attainment of their educational goals through the personalized delivery of accessible, high-quality health and wellness services, rendered with kindness and competence, by diligent, dedicated professionals.

Our comprehensive services include Primary Care, Gynecology Services, Immunizations, Travel Medicine, Physical Therapy, Specialty Clinics, Radiology & Laboratory, and Acupuncture – all under one roof! We are also pleased to offer additional services in the Ackerman Student Union: a full-service optometry center, U See LA Optometry, and the Bruin Health Pharmacy.

UCLA's student health center and its suite of services consistently rank as best in the nation. Most recently, the wellness fintech brand Ness awarded UCLA and The Ashe Center as the healthiest college in the state of California.

Patient Care

To complete a physical therapy patient evaluation and all required supporting documentation.  Based on the findings in the evaluation and discussion with the patient, create and implement a plan of care or refer the patient out as appropriate.  To safely and competently administer physical therapy treatments within the scope of practice and complete all supporting documentation.  Engage in discharge planning and transition the patient to a sustainable independent plan of care where applicable. Complete a discharge summary on all patients treated per department guidelines. Consult with other departments regarding a patient’s treatment plan as necessary.

90%

Departmental and Professional Responsibilities

Participate in interdepartmental and student health center meetings. Complete special assignments and projects relating to physical therapy and UCLA students as assigned by the Rehab Unit Manager.  Familiarity with how the student health center works to be able to refer and direct patients to student health services appropriately.  Supervise physical therapy aides involved in treatment of patients. Make recommendations and assist in implementing actions to improve systems and outcomes of the department.  Compliance with all reporting requirements, infection control and environmental standards. Timely completion of all trainings.

10%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

•

Complies with all policies and standards.

•

Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

•

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Other Type of Degree

Master or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy

Required

3 years

Experience practicing as a licensed physical therapist

Required

And

1 year

Experience in the field of orthopedics and/or sports

Required

And

1 year

Experience using an electronic medical record for documentation

Required

Physical Therapy License

Upon Hire

Required

And

BLS Certification

Upon Hire

Required

And

Orthopedic Clinical Specialist

Upon Hire

Preferred

Or

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Upon Hire

Preferred

Or

Sports Clinical Specialist

Upon Hire

Preferred

Proficiency in word, outlook, and basic use of excel.

Required

Proficient written and verbal communication skills to accurately convey information to individuals at all levels of the organization.

Required

Skill and ability to work effectively with staff and patients of diverse cultural, ethnic/racial backgrounds and sexual/gender orientations.

Required

Understanding of clinical workflows in an outpatient setting and interest in clinical information systems and outcome measurement.

Required

Working knowledge of disease, prevention, and health promotion needs of late adolescent and adult patterns.

Required

Knowledge of Mandated Reporter Rules and Regulations of California.

Required

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.

Required

Knowledge and understanding of the health-care needs of a college campus.

Preferred

Ability to work with post-op ACL, hip, and shoulder labral repairs.

Preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

TB Test: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory TB test.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

The Ashe Center

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

X

Other Physical Requirements

If "Physical requirements other" was selected above, please explain (e.g., ability to differentiate color):

The employee must be able to sometimes demonstrate form with physical exercises that includes lifting weights, balancing, and/or jumping/running.  The employee must also be able to safely provide assistance to patients during transfers and exercise.

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 2: Position in which required tasks normally do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Classification 1 tasks. In these jobs the normal work performance involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.