Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - OP Neuro Therapy

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this rewarding role, you will assist therapists in implementing treatment plans and therapeutic exercises aimed at restoring patients' mobility and functionality. With a strong emphasis on professional growth and patient care, this position offers a supportive environment where your skills can flourish. Enjoy a robust benefits package, including a sign-on bonus, customizable health benefits, and opportunities for continuing education. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation bonus

Student Loan Repayment

Tuition discounts

Child Care discounts

Employer-provided mental health services

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program required.
• No prior experience required, but skills in communication and organization are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Therapist with therapeutic exercises and treatment plans.
• Perform patient-related activities and delegated procedures.

Skills

clinical expertise

communication skills

human relations skills

organizational skills

self-motivation

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Summary

About Us

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

• Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times
• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek in 2024.
• Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
• Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads in 2023.
• Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.
• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Additional Information about the position

• $6,000 Sign-On Bonus available, plus front-loaded Time Off
• Relocation bonus available for qualified candidates
• Student Loan Repayment available for qualified candidates
• Robust, fully customizable benefits package including Medical/Vision/Dental and more!
• No cost eCare visits
• Employer-provided mental health services for employees and eligible family members
• Retirement with employer match up to 5%
• Tuition discounts and reimbursement available for continuing your education
• CoxHealth Fitness Center and Child Care discounts
• Opportunity to earn referral bonuses per hire for certain positions

Job Summary

A Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Therapist with therapeutic exercises, training or treatment plans to return the patient to a normal pattern of movement and functioning as possible. The primary functions are to perform patient related activities, including delegated procedures that are commensurate with his/her educational skill and training.

Job Requirements

• Education: Required: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Experience: No prior experience required
• Skills: Good clinical expertise, communication skills, human relations skills and organizational skills required. Self-motivated individual who can work independently with little direct supervision required. Has demonstrated interest in professional growth by attendance at continuing education workshops, and applications of new principles and/or techniques.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: Required: License for Physical Therapy Assistant active in the state of Missouri AND BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire