Physical Therapist Assistant: Team-Based Care

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland; Decatur (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable health plans

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

FSAs/HSAs

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our care-focused team. You will deliver high-quality, compassionate rehabilitation services to patients, under supervision, while adhering to regulatory guidelines.

We value licensed or certified professionals, CPR certification, and strong communication with patients, families, and care teams. Our environment supports growth, education, and collaborative care across departments.

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

Clinical competence

Education

Accredited PT program

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our care-focused team. You will deliver high-quality, compassionate rehabilitation services to patients, under supervision, while adhering to regulatory guidelines.

We value licensed or certified professionals, CPR certification, and strong communication with patients, families, and care teams. Our environment supports growth, education, and collaborative care across departments.