Physical Therapy Assistant - OP Ortho Therapy - Full Time

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

PTO

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for our Outpatient Orthopedic Therapy team in Springfield, MO. You will assist therapists with exercises and treatment plans to restore movement and function, supporting a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Qualified candidates are graduates of an accredited PTA program or hold a Missouri PTA license; new grads welcome with mentorship and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program or equivalent.
• Licensed to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Missouri (active).
• New graduates welcome; Clinical mentorship available.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists with exercises, training, or treatment plans.
• Perform patient-related activities and delegated procedures per training.
• Support outpatient orthopedic therapy with teamwork and documentation.
• Maintain patient safety, record-keeping, and cleanliness of workspace.

Skills

Good clinical expertise

Communication skills

Human relations skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Independent work

Education

Graduated from accredited PTA program

High School Diploma or equivalent with Missouri Grandfathered status

Job description

Facility:CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1337 Rehab Services Admin MeyerScheduled Weekly Hours:40Hours:VariedWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)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, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).BenefitsMedical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealthJob Description:Job SummaryA 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.Overview of Unit/DepartmentOur Outpatient Orthopedic Therapy team helps patients regain strength, mobility, and independence in a supportive, collaborative environment. Teamwork and communication are at the heart of everything we do, creating a welcoming culture where every therapist is valued and supported. You’ll work with a diverse patient population and benefit from mentorship and professional growth opportunities.Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates• Up to $6,000 Sign-On Bonus• Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus• Clinical Ladder up to $4,000Education: Required: Graduated from an accredited physical therapy assistant program OR High School Diploma or equivalent AND Grandfathered status under the Missouri State Board for the Healing Arts. 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