About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Healthcare & Nursing.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Make a meaningful impact by helping patients improve mobility, function, and quality of life. As a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) working in a hospital setting, you will partner with licensed Physical Therapists to deliver individualized treatment interventions across inpatient and outpatient care settings. You’ll build strong patient relationships, support clinical goals, and document care accurately to improve outcomes.

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions to restore function and mobility.
• Assist with assessments, treatment planning, progress tracking, and patient education.
• Document interventions, patient progress, and discharge planning in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Provide clinical supervision and guidance to therapy technicians and students when applicable.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, staff meetings, and committee work.
• Support continuous quality improvement and follow regulatory and safety standards.
• Take ownership of professional development; stay current with clinical practice, technology, and best practices.

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Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program with an associate’s degree (or accredited PTA certificate where applicable). Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience

• Entry-level/new graduates are welcome; satisfactory completion of required clinical work is expected.
• Two (2) years’ experience as a PTA preferred.
• One (1) year prior experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state(s) where you will practice required.
• Basic Life Support (BCLS) through the American Heart Association required.
• Child Abuse and Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training as required by the state where care is provided (IA).

Skills & Attributes

• Strong clinical reasoning and hands-on therapy skills.
• Excellent communication and patient-education abilities.
• Team-oriented mindset and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary staff.
• Accurate documentation and time-management skills.
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and pursue ongoing professional development.

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Benefits

Our confidential client offers a competitive Total Rewards program that may include:

• Paid time off, parental leave, and paid holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Early access to earned wages (Daily Pay).
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Adoption assistance and optional pet insurance.

Benefits and eligibility may vary by location and position.

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About the Confidential Client

This opportunity is with a confidential client in the Healthcare & Nursing industry. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and supporting staff growth through education, development, and a culture of belonging.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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