Physical Therapist Assistant

Ernest Health, Inc.; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO Medical

HD Medical

FSA/HSA

Dental

Vision

401K

Life Insurance

Disability

EAP

Wellness Program

Earned Time Off

CE Reimbursement

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join the Phoenix Regional Rehabilitation Hospital team in Phoenix, AZ. This full-time role supports inpatient rehabilitation, collaborating with therapists to implement treatment plans and monitor patient progress.

The position requires current PTA licensure, CPR certification, and at least one year of hospital-based patient care experience, with opportunities for continuing education and strong wellness benefits.

Qualifications

• PTA license required.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• One year of direct patient care in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a physical therapist, may assist in implementing treatment plans with patients.
• Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks under supervision of a supervising physical therapist.
• Records patient responses to treatment and reports outcomes to the physical therapist.
• Integrates the hospital’s mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

Skills

PTA license

CPR certification

Hospital experience

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Full Time - Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix Regional Rehabilitation Hospital (Phoenix, AZ) is a premier, 48-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility serving patients across the Phoenix metro area. The hospital offers comprehensive rehabilitation programs designed to restore mobility, strength, and independence following serious medical events. Equipped with advanced therapy technology and supported by a multidisciplinary team of rehabilitation specialists, the hospital delivers evidence-based, patient-centered care. Its central Phoenix location provides accessibility to a diverse population while contributing to the region’s rapidly expanding healthcare ecosystem.

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability

Wellness & Work Life Balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date

Professional Growth:

• Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of a physical therapist, may be involved in implementing treatment plans with patients. Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist. Records the patient's responses to treatment and reports to the physical therapist the outcome of each treatment. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.