Physical Therapist Assistant — Thrive in Compassionate Rehab

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Healthcare coverage

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to contribute to patient progress with compassionate, personalized care in a modern rehabilitation setting.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, collaboration with supervising therapists, and clear communication across departments to support patient outcomes and staff coordination.

Qualifications

• State licensure or certification required.
• CPR certification preferred.
• 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

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to contribute to patient progress with compassionate, personalized care in a modern rehabilitation setting.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, collaboration with supervising therapists, and clear communication across departments to support patient outcomes and staff coordination.