Physical Therapy Assistant / Acute / FT Days

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention Bonus

Loan Forgiveness

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) Match

Student Loan Refinancing

Career Development

Job summary

Northwest Texas Healthcare System, part of Universal Health Services, Inc., in Amarillo, TX, seeks a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join our patient‑focused team. The PTA will work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to provide therapies and wound care, following established treatment plans.

Under supervision, you will perform modalities, participate in discharge planning, and educate patients and families.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association required and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care per physician orders and plan of care; includes wound care and topical medications.
• Takes measurements and assessments of patient status within licensure.
• Maintains communication with the evaluating physical therapist to maximize benefits.
• Implements education plan and identifies additional educational needs with the therapist.
• Follows discharge plan and discusses concerns with the therapist.
• Communicates with patient, family, caregivers, and healthcare team to optimize care.
• Measures progress and collaborates with the therapist to adjust treatment goals.

Skills

BLS Certification

PTA Licensure

Education

PTA licensure (state)

Job description

Responsibilities

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work.

A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values.

Visit us online at: https://www.nwths.com/careers

Position: Physical Therapy Assistant - Sign on Bonus Available!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The staff physical therapist assistant functions under the general supervision of the physical medicine lead and under the direct supervision of the therapist responsible for a specific patient’s care. The staff physical therapist assistant assumes the responsibility and accountability for a designated group of patients and provides physical therapy modalities, treatment procedures, and wound care, including the application of topical medications, as determined by a treatment plan established by a physical therapist and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures; maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provides patient care in accordance with physician's orders and plan of care establishedby the evaluating physical therapist, including wound care and the application of topical medications
• Takes measurements and assessments of patientstatus, within the limitations of his/her licensure and ability, as appropriate in carrying out the plan of care
• Maintains communication and collaboration with the evaluating physical therapist to promote maximum benefits from therapy
• Implements education plan as outlined by the evaluatingtherapist, determines additional educational needs of the patient, family, caregiver or significant other as they arise and in collaboration with the evaluating therapist and provides education to meet those needs
• Follows plan for discharge and discusses with the evaluating therapistany additional discharge concerns that arise during care
• Communicates with patient, family, caregivers, significant other and members of the healthcare team to promote maximum benefitof care
• Measures progress to assist in assessing the effectiveness of the treatment given and collaborates with the evaluating therapist to modify treatmentto achieve goals

Benefit Highlights:

• Retention Bonus Program if offered.
• Loan Forgiveness Program if offered.
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Education, Training, Experience and Licenses/Registrations Required:

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
• BLS from the American Heart Association (or obtained during orientation) and maintain certification throughout employment

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

• Ability to read, write and converse in English
• Ability to communicate with patients, families, staff, physicians, support agencies, vendors and others
• Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions
• Ability to respond to pages
• Ability to lift and transfer patients exerting 50 to 100 pounds of forceoccasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to tolerate prolonged walking, standing and/or sitting
• Has sensory skills to differentiate clinical signs and symptoms
• Ability to remain calm and composed under stress, including emergency response to patient incidents

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws

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