Physical Therapy Assistant - Therapy Kimberling City - Full Time

Skaggs Community Hospital Association; Branson (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $6,000 Sign-On Bonus

Relocation bonus up to $3,000

Front-loaded PTO up to 40 hours

Job summary

CoxHealth Branson is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in implementing therapeutic exercises, training, and treatment plans designed to help patients return to their normal movement and function. The role involves working with patients across ages and coordinating care with the therapy team.

Under supervision, you will perform delegated procedures and contribute to communication of care, ensuring effective planning and modification of treatment as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Active Missouri PTA license required.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist with therapeutic exercises and treatment plans.
• Communicate patient care information to PT staff for planning and coordination.
• Evaluate patient information to support planning and modification of treatment.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Organization

Self-motivation

Professional development

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Facility

Cox Medical Center Branson: 525 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, Missouri, United States of America, 65616 CoxHealth Center Kimberling City: 2 Kimberling Boulevard, Missouri, United States of America, 65686 Department: 1427 Therapy Kimberling City Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Hours: 7:30 to % PM M-TH Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) 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, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

Job Description

Job Summary Under the guidance and direction of a Physical Therapist a Physical Therapy Assistant assists the Therapist with therapeutic exercises, training or treatment plans to return the patient to a normal pattern of movement and functioning as possible. Works with patients from pediatric to geriatric ages who are referred for medical and educational services. The primary functions are to perform patient related activities, including delegated procedures that are commensurate with educational skill and training. Responsible for communication of care to physical therapy staff or others to evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, or coordinating treatment.

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• Up to $6,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
• Clinical Ladder up to $4,000

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: License for Physical Therapy Assistant active in the state of Missouri

Mission

To improve the health of the communities we serve.

Vision

To be the best for those who need us.

Values

Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day.

Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.