Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA

Hillcrest HealthCare System; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest HealthCare System in Tulsa, OK is seeking a day shift, full-time Physical Therapy Assistant to support the Physical Therapist and help patients of all ages regain function following injury or illness.

Responsibilities include assisting with treatments, documenting progress per department policies, participating in staff orientations, and ensuring care aligns with Oklahoma state guidelines and facility protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Oklahoma PTA License.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing Physical Therapy services to patients of all ages.
• Communicate and document treatment results and patients' progress toward goals according to department policies.
• Participate in orientation of new staff and health personnel, and participate in teaching activities.
• Work within practice guidelines as defined by Oklahoma state law.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

PTA program graduate

Job description

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Physical Therapy Assistant in Tulsa, OK.

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:

• Hillcrest Medical Center is a 656-bed hospital that includes The Alexander Burn Center, The Peggy V. Helmerich Women’s Health Center, Kaiser Rehabilitation Center, the latest technology for the treatment of cancer, and the Oklahoma Heart Institute.
• Responsible for assisting the Physical Therapist in providing Physical Therapy services to patients of all ages who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical functions and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes.
• Communicate and document results of treatment including patients’ progress toward established goals according to department’s policies and procedures.
• Participate in orientation of new staff and health personnel, and participate in teaching activities.
• Work within practice guidelines as defined by the Oklahoma state law.

Job Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Oklahoma PTA License
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.