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Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Amarillo; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and stock purchase plans

Flexible spending accounts

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Amarillo is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient progress in a compassionate, team-based environment.

You will provide delegated PT tasks under supervision, deliver evidence-based treatment, and communicate across departments to support safe, effective care. Licensure or certification is required, CPR is preferred, and completion of an accredited PTA program is expected. Strong communication with patients and families is essential.

Qualifications

• Licensure or certification required.
• CPR certification preferred (as per hospital policy).
• Completion of an accredited physical therapy program preferred.
• Demonstrated competence in physical therapy treatment.
• Strong communication skills for patient, family, and caregiver interactions.

Responsibilities

• Provide top‑notch physical therapy treatment in compliance with regulations and professional guidelines.
• Execute delegated physical therapy assistant tasks under supervision, supporting patients’ progress.
• Maintain transparent communication across hospital departments to meet patient and staff needs effectively.

Skills

PTA licensure

CPR certification

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant Career Opportunity

Join a team that puts your passion for care first. Are you looking for a fulfilling career that feels like home and lets you make a meaningful impact close to your heart? Join us as a Physical Therapist Assistant and contribute to the remarkable progress and inspiring outcomes of our patients.

Encompass Health offers well‑equipped physical therapy gyms, a driven team, and a supportive environment designed for your success.

Our World

At Encompass Health, you’ll experience the difference the moment you become part of our team. We are a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients.

Our achievements include being named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award.

Starting Perks and Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for full‑time and part‑time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company‑matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do.

Responsibilities

Be the Physical Therapist Assistant you always wanted to be – channel your expertise, ambition, and experience into making a difference every day:

• Provide top‑notch physical therapy treatment in compliance with regulations and professional guidelines.
• Execute delegated physical therapy assistant tasks under supervision, supporting patients’ progress.
• Maintain transparent communication across hospital departments to meet patient and staff needs effectively.

Qualifications

• Licensure or certification required.
• CPR certification preferred (as per hospital policy).
• Completion of an accredited physical therapy program preferred.
• Demonstrated competence in physical therapy treatment.
• Strong communication skills for patient, family, and caregiver interactions.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what’s right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post‑acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a growing team of 36,000 exceptional individuals.

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture.

We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.