Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA

Ardent Health Services; Carthage (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health East Texas Rehabilitation Center in Carthage, TX is seeking a day shift, full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to join our outpatient team. You will provide age-appropriate PT services, perform assessments, and contribute to treatment planning in a collaborative, patient-focused environment.

Qualifications include PTA degree, Texas license, and preferred 3–5 years in acute or outpatient settings.

Qualifications

• PTA degree from an accredited program.
• Current Texas licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• 3–5 years' experience in acute or outpatient settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of age-appropriate PT services including assessments and treatment planning.
• Collaborate in an interdisciplinary team to ensure ethical practices.

Education

Associates degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

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.

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