Compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant – Inpatient Rehab

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland; Signal Mountain (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company 401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver high-quality, personalized rehabilitation services. You will support patient progress with supervised tasks, adhering to professional guidelines and contributing to a collaborative hospital environment.

The role emphasizes care that is compassionate, compliant with regulations, and focused on meaningful outcomes for patients and families.

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

Licensure or certification

CPR certification

Completion of PT program

Education

Accredited PT program completion

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver high-quality, personalized rehabilitation services. You will support patient progress with supervised tasks, adhering to professional guidelines and contributing to a collaborative hospital environment.

The role emphasizes care that is compassionate, compliant with regulations, and focused on meaningful outcomes for patients and families.