Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), ARU

Memorial Physician Practices; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Programs

Professional Development

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for Canyon Vista Medical Center's Acute Rehabilitation Unit in Sierra Vista, AZ.

You will administer PT interventions, assist patient mobility, monitor progress, and document outcomes in collaboration with the supervising PT.

We offer comprehensive benefits, PTO, tuition assistance, wellness programs, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from a Physical Therapy Assistant program is required.
• Current PTA license in state of practice.
• CPR Certification required.
• Rehab or acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy interventions as directed by the supervising PT.
• Assist in patient mobility and exercise routines.
• Monitor patient responses and report progress to PT.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for treatment.
• Team-oriented and patient-focused with strong communication skills.

Skills

Team-oriented

Communication skills

Patient-focused

CPR Certification

Education

Associate degree PTA program

Job description

Facility Name: Canyon Vista Medical Center

Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Schedule: Acute Rehabilitation Unit

How you'll contribute

• Administer physical therapy interventions as directed by the supervising PT.
• Assist in patient mobility and exercise routines.
• Monitor patient responses and report progress to PT.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for treatment.
• Team-oriented and patient-focused with strong communication skills.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

• Associate's degree from a Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current PTA license in state of practice.
• CPR Certification required.
• Rehab or acute care experience preferred.

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.