Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Cox Barton County Hospital

CoxHealth; Missouri; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare system is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will assist the Physical Therapist in implementing therapeutic exercises and treatment plans aimed at restoring patients' normal movement patterns. You will perform patient-related activities and ensure the highest standards of professional practice in Physical Therapy services. This opportunity offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development, along with a robust benefits package that includes a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and tuition reimbursement. If you're passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan with employer match

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Bonus

Student Loan Repayment

No cost eCare visits

Employer-provided mental health services

Tuition discounts and reimbursement

Fitness Center discounts

Child Care discounts

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program is required.
• Good clinical expertise and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physical Therapist with therapeutic exercises and treatment plans.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards in Physical Therapy services.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Communication skills

Human relations skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Summary

About Us

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

• Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times
• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek in 2024.
• Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
• Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads in 2023.
• Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.
• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Additional Information about the position

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus available, plus front-loaded Time Off
• Relocation bonus available for qualified candidates
• Student Loan Repayment available for qualified candidates
• Robust, fully customizable benefits package including Medical/Vision/Dental and more!
• No cost eCare visits
• Employer-provided mental health services for employees and eligible family members
• Retirement with employer match up to 5%
• Tuition discounts and reimbursement available for continuing your education
• CoxHealth Fitness Center and Child Care discounts
• Opportunity to earn referral bonuses per hire for certain positions

Job Summary

A Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Physical Therapist with therapeutic exercises or treatment plans to return the patient to a normal pattern of movement and functioning as possible. The primary functions are to perform patient related activities, including delegated procedures that are commensurate with his/her educational skill and training. The incumbent has the responsibility for maintaining standards of professional and ethical practice in the provision of Physical Therapy services.

Job Requirements

• Education
  • Required: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Experience
  • No Prior Experience Required
• Skills
  • Good clinical expertise, communication skills, human relations skills and organizational skills required.
  • Self-motivated individual who can work independently with little direct supervision required.
  • Has demonstrated interest in professional growth by attendance at continuing education workshops, and applications of new principles and/or techniques.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration
  • Required: Active Missouri licensure for Physical Therapy Assistant. (Temporary licensure not accepted)
  • Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire