Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA

UTHealth Carthage Hospital; Carthage (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UTHealth Carthage Hospital in Carthage, TX is hiring a day shift, full-time Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant to join our rehabilitation team and deliver compassionate, patient‑centered care. You will provide a full range of age‑appropriate PT services, including assessments, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary setting aligned with professional standards.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited PTA program, current Texas PTA license, and 3–5

Qualifications

• Graduate of PTA approved Associates degree program.
• Current professional license active and valid in the State of Texas.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of age-appropriate physical therapy services including assessments, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment.

Education

PTA Associate Degree

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, Full Time, Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant in Carthage, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well‑being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health East Texas Rehabilitation Center includes a 49-bed inpatient hospital, 14 outpatient therapy clinics, 11 cardiopulmonary rehabilitation clinics and nine Olympic fitness centers, with access to some of the most advanced therapy techniques and care available.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant shall be responsible for providing a full range of age-appropriate physical therapy services including assessments, treatment planning and therapeutic interventionsin an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

practices and ethical standards.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an PTA approved Associates degree program.
• Current professional license active and valid in the State of Texas.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• 3-5 years' experience in acute or outpatient setting