Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), ARU, PRN

Canyon Vista Medical Center; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Canyon Vista Medical Center in Sierra Vista, Arizona. This role involves providing therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, assisting patients in various environments, and ensuring timely documentation.

The ideal candidate should have an Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program, a valid PTA license, and experience in rehab or acute care. Comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Current PTA license in state of practice.
• Rehab or acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Assist in restoring function and improving mobility.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient care.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Patient communication

Mobility guidance

Education

Associate’s degree from a Physical Therapy Assistant program

Tools

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Facility Name

Canyon Vista Medical Center

Job Title

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Job Type

Nonexempt, PRN

Schedule

Acute Rehabilitation Unit

How You’ll Contribute

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to support patients across acute hospital, acute rehabilitation, inpatient, medical‑surgical, and outpatient settings. The role assists in restoring function, improving mobility, and promoting independence by implementing treatment plans, guiding mobility and exercise activities, and monitoring patient response to therapy. The PTA ensures accurate and timely documentation, maintains a safe and organized treatment environment, and collaborates effectively with the interdisciplinary team to support high‑quality, patient‑centered care. Additional responsibilities include communicating progress to the supervising PT and performing other duties as assigned.

Why Join Us

We believe 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.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
• 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.