Physical Therapist
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Inglewood, CA, 90301
Job Type : Contractor
Date Posted : 4 January 2026
Overview
At Centinela Hospital Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals are committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, a Top-15 hospital system in the United States, Centinela Hospital Medical Center is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!
Centinela Hospital Medical Center has been serving the communities of Inglewood and the wider Los Angeles area for 100 years. An award-winning facility, ranking in the top 5% nationally for quality and patient safety, Centinela Hospital is a 362-bed acute-care hospital with a 24-hour STEMI certified emergency department and primary stroke center, orthopedic care, advanced cardiac services, critical care services, inpatient and outpatient rehab programs, and more. Centinela has earned hundreds of national awards and recognitions, including "100 Top Hospital" recognition from Fortune/Merative and straight 'A's (2018-2022) for hospital safety from The Leapfrog Group. For more information, visit www.centinelamed.com.
Why Prime Healthcare? Centinela Hospital Medical Center; a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Centinela Hospital Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs.
Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to:
- Paid Time Off
- 401K retirement plan
- Outstanding Medical
- Dental
- Vision Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Many more Voluntary Benefit Options!
Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time.
Responsibilities
Provides medically prescribed consultative and therapeutic services in order to restore function and prevent disability in patients with musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary and/or integumentary disorders. The Physical Therapist I performs responsibilities in accordance with Physical Therapy/Hospital Policy, state and federal regulatory licensing and accrediting requirements.
Qualifications
Education and Work Experience
Pay Transparency
Centinela Hospital Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $55.00 to $55.00.
Employment Status
Per DiemShift
DaysEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Inglewood's healthcare sector is growing, with steady demand for skilled physical therapists. Competition remains moderate due to several hospitals and outpatient clinics nearby, like Centinela Hospital Medical Center, making it a favorable location to build a diverse physical therapy career.
California requires licensed physical therapists to hold a current state license and maintain BCLS (AHA) certification. Prime Healthcare Services values these credentials, alongside commitment to continuous education, to ensure top-quality patient care in facilities like Centinela Hospital Medical Center.
Physical therapists must have comprehensive expertise in musculoskeletal and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, diagnostic evaluation, and treatment planning, whereas physical therapy aides typically assist with routine tasks and patient support under supervision.
Absolutely. Physical therapists in Inglewood often pursue specialties such as orthopedics, neurological rehab, or cardiac care, especially within award-winning centers like Centinela Hospital, enhancing their expertise and career advancement prospects.
Hospital-based physical therapists at places like Centinela Hospital Medical Center often handle acute care cases, requiring rapid assessments and multidisciplinary collaboration, whereas outpatient roles may focus more on rehabilitation and long-term treatment plans.
Prime Healthcare Services provides physical therapists competitive pay, flexible benefits tailored to individual needs, and career growth within a nationally recognized hospital known for quality and safety, fostering a rewarding professional environment.
Yes, Prime Healthcare supports continued education by offering tuition reimbursement and various voluntary benefit options, encouraging physical therapists to advance their skills and certifications while serving diverse patient populations.
The estimated compensation for a physical therapist at Centinela Hospital Medical Center is around $55.00 per hour, reflecting competitive pay aligned with California’s market rates and the hospital’s commitment to attracting top talent.
Centinela Hospital emphasizes compassion and community engagement, creating a supportive atmosphere where physical therapists collaborate closely with patients and staff, enhancing job satisfaction and holistic patient care.
Prime Healthcare, recognized for consistent 'A' ratings in hospital safety, enforces rigorous protocols and ongoing training, ensuring physical therapists operate within a highly safe and quality-focused clinical framework.