Compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant: Growth & Impact

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland; Dunlap (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Stock purchase plan

Flexible spending / Health savings

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient recovery and functional progress in our inpatient rehabilitation setting.

You will provide high-quality, compassionate care under supervision, collaborate with the care team, and help patients achieve meaningful outcomes in a supportive, outcome-focused environment.

Qualifications

• State 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

Communication skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited PTA program

State licensure or certification

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient recovery and functional progress in our inpatient rehabilitation setting.

You will provide high-quality, compassionate care under supervision, collaborate with the care team, and help patients achieve meaningful outcomes in a supportive, outcome-focused environment.