Physical Therapist Assistant — Make a Real Rehab Impact

West Tennessee Healthcare Rehabilitation Hospital Cane Creek, a partnership with Encompass Health; Atwood (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our inpatient rehabilitation team. You will provide high-quality, compassionate physical therapy under supervision, helping patients progress toward meaningful outcomes.

Collaborate with therapists and healthcare staff to ensure safe, compliant treatment plans, clear communication with patients and families, and ongoing education to advance rehabilitation excellence in a supportive 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

Education

Accredited PTA program

State licensure or certification

CPR certification preferred

Job description

Encompass Health is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our inpatient rehabilitation team. You will provide high-quality, compassionate physical therapy under supervision, helping patients progress toward meaningful outcomes.

Collaborate with therapists and healthcare staff to ensure safe, compliant treatment plans, clear communication with patients and families, and ongoing education to advance rehabilitation excellence in a supportive environment.