Physical Therapist Assistant Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Sign-On Bonus:

$10,000 Position Overview Join a Magnet®-recognized, nonprofit regional health system serving patients throughout north-central Arkansas and south-central Missouri. The PTA will work closely with licensed Physical Therapists and the interdisciplinary care team to deliver individualized rehabilitation services to hospitalized patients. This position offers a structured weekday schedule, dedicated documentation time, and the stability of a well-established health system. Position Highlights Monday-Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Approximately 6.5 hours of patient treatment and 1.5 hours of dedicated documentation time each day Christmas and Thanksgiving off Time-and-a-half compensation for other scheduled holidays Collaborative, multidisciplinary hospital environment Responsibilities Provide therapeutic interventions under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist Carry out established plans of care for patients in an acute inpatient setting Assist patients with mobility, transfers, gait training, therapeutic exercise, balance, strength, and functional activities Monitor patient progress and communicate changes in condition or response to treatment Educate patients and caregivers regarding mobility, safety, home exercises, and discharge recommendations Coordinate care with Physical Therapists, nursing staff, physicians, case management, and other rehabilitation professionals Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation Follow hospital safety, infection prevention, regulatory, and patient-care standards Support safe discharge planning and continuity of care Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program Current or eligible Arkansas Physical Therapist Assistant license Current Basic Life Support certification or ability to obtain upon hire Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills Ability to work effectively with medically complex and hospitalized patients Ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary healthcare team Acute care or hospital-based experience is preferred but not required Compensation and Benefits Hourly rate depending on experience $10,000 sign-on bonus with a two-year service agreement Annual market-based compensation review Pension plan 401(k) retirement plan Medical, dental, and vision insurance Short-term and long-term disability coverage Life and AD&D insurance Paid time off and sick leave Holiday pay Professional licensure and subscription coverage Community Located in the Ozark Mountains near Norfork Lake and Bull Shoals Lake. The area offers a lower cost of living, short commutes, outdoor recreation, fishing, boating, hiking, and a welcoming regional community.

Pay:

$31.00 - $41.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person