Certified Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA

UT Health East Texas; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health East Texas is seeking a daytime, full-time Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant in Carthage, TX. The role involves delivering age-appropriate PT services, assessments, and treatment planning in a collaborative setting.

Qualified candidates will have an PTA-approved associate degree and an active Texas PTA license. 3–5 years of acute or outpatient experience is preferred, with a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• PTA approved Associates degree required.
• Licensed PTA in Texas required.
• 3–5 years’ experience in acute or outpatient setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of age-appropriate physical therapy services including assessments, treatment planning and interventions in an interdisciplinary environment.

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, Full Time, Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant in Carthage, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well‑being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team

• UT Health East Texas Rehabilitation Center includes a 49-bed inpatient hospital, 14 outpatient therapy clinics, 11 cardiopulmonary rehabilitation clinics and nine Olympic fitness centers, with access to some of the most advanced therapy techniques and care available.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant shall be responsible for providing a full range of age-appropriate physical therapy services including assessments, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an PTA approved Associates degree program.
• Current professional license active and valid in the State of Texas.

Preferred Job Requirements

• 3-5 years’ experience in acute or outpatient setting