Physical Therapist Assistant

CommonSpirit Health; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 37,787 - 56,206; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to work at St. Luke’s Health - The Woodlands Hospital. In this role, you will help patients rebuild their physical wellbeing by conducting evaluations and creating individual care plans. Daily tasks include administering exercises, observing patient progress, and fitting assistive devices.

The role requires excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to care. A Physical Therapy Assistant certification and Basic Life Support (CPR) qualification are essential. The pay ranges from $27.43 to $40.80 per hour.

Qualifications

• Associates, Physical Therapist Assistants and Graduates eligible for licensure will be considered, upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) must be obtained within 14 days.

Responsibilities

• Administers therapeutic exercises and physical therapy modalities according to the physical therapy plan of care.
• Instructs, motivates and assists patients to learn and improve functional activity.
• Observes patients during treatments, assesses and compiles data on patients’ responses.
• Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in the use of orthopedic braces.
• Promotes and supports professional customer service.

Skills

Strong age-appropriate competency skills

Excellent communication abilities

Collaborative, patient-centered approach to care

Education

Associates in Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy Assistant certification (TX)

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Physical Therapist, you will help patients rebuild or maintain their physical wellbeing so they can function at their best level, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life.

Every day you will perform initial evaluations, develop and update individualized plans of care, and provide a variety of direct treatments. You will be expected to consistently meet patient care productivity standards, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and families, and promote a positive customer service environment.

To be successful in this role, you must possess strong age‑appropriate competency skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative, patient‑centered approach to care.

Key Responsibilities

• Administers therapeutic exercises and physical therapy modalities according to the physical therapy plan of care
• Instructs, motivates and assists patients to learn and improve functional activity, such as pre‑ambulation, transfer, ambulation and daily living activities
• Observes patients during treatments, assesses, and compiles data on patients’ responses to treatments and progress and reports verbally or in writing to the physical therapist; may communicate updates to physicians
• Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, walkers and wheelchairs
• May perform clerical duties
• Promotes and supports positive and professional customer service, while interacting with clients, guests and hospital personnel. Works collaboratively with all members of the interdisciplinary team, other departments and disciplines to assure patients and customer’s needs are met in a timely manner. Encourages the active participation of the patient and/or family in goal setting and patient/family training/education

Qualifications

• Associates, Physical Therapist Assistants and Graduates eligible for licensure will be considered, upon hire
• Physical Therapy Assistant: TX, upon hire
• Basic Life Support (CPR), within 14 days

Where You'll Work

St. Luke’s Health - The Woodlands Hospital is a 245 bed facility serving North Harris and Montgomery counties. The hospital has been recognized as a Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report, and is proud to serve as the clinical home for the Dan L Duncan Cancer Center. The hospital was awarded an “A” hospital safety grade by The Leapfrog Group in both 2023 and 2025. Clinical services provided include cardiovascular services, diagnostic imaging, women’s services (digital mammography and bone density studies), neurosciences, pediatric care (Newborn and Level III nurseries), surgery, pathology and pulmonary services, and sleep disorder services.

Pay Range

$27.43 - $40.80 /hour