Licensed Physical Therapy Asst

HCA Houston Healthcare; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Education support through tuition assistance

401(k) Plan with a 100% match

Paid time off and family leave

Job summary

HCA Houston Healthcare is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to improve patients' lives through individualized care, supporting mobility and independence. You’ll access resources for growth and flexibility while collaborating with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals.

Qualifications include an Associate Degree from a PTA program, Texas PTA license, and preferred rehab experience. HCA offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, retirement plans, and education support.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA).
• PTA licensed in Texas required.
• Associate Degree from a PTA program is mandatory.
• Experience in a rehab setting preferred; new grads considered.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic exercises and functional training to help patients regain independence.
• Apply physical therapy techniques to reduce pain and restore function.
• Monitor patient progress and document responses.
• Teach patients how to use assistive devices.
• Collaborate with PTs and the care team for improved patient experience.

Skills

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Experience in a rehab setting

Ability to work weekdays with rotating weekends

Education

Associate Degree from a PTA program

PTA licensed in the state of Texas

Job description

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Licensed Physical Therapy Asst with HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Job Summary

As a Physical Therapy Assistant at HCA Healthcare, you’ll improve the lives of patients by providing individualized care that restores mobility and independence. Supported by well‑defined processes, predefined caseloads and a strong partnership with your team and supervising PTs, you’ll deliver high‑quality care with confidence and impact. You’ll also have access to resources such as educational assistance, clear paths for growth and scheduling flexibility.

Your responsibilities

• Delivering therapeutic exercises and functional training to help patients regain independence and mobility
• Applying physical therapy techniques and modalities to reduce pain and restore function
• Monitoring patient progress and documenting responses to ensure safe, effective care
• Teaching patients and families how to use assistive devices and follow home exercise programs
• Working closely with PTs, nurses, aides, and the care team to enhance the patient experience and support a culture of excellence

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support required
• (LPTA) Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
• PTA licensed in the state of Texas is required
• Associate Degree from a PTA program required as a minimum
• Experience in a rehab setting preferred; new grads will be considered; acute care experience a plus as this position will rotate to acute care
• Must be able to work weekdays with rotating weekends and occasional holiday coverage

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.