Physical Therapist Assistant
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Job Description
Physical Therapist Assistant Career Opportunity
Join a Team That Puts Your Passion for Care First
Are you on the lookout for a fulfilling career that not only feels like home but also allows you to make a meaningful impact close to your heart? Join us as a Physical Therapist Assistant and contribute to the remarkable progress and inspiring outcomes of our patients.
Embrace the opportunity to deliver high- quality, compassionate, and personalized care, celebrating the small successes that lead to significant achievements in rehabilitation. Our well-equipped physical therapy gyms, driven team members, and supportive environment create an atmosphere where you can thrive.
A Glimpse Into Our World
At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being associated with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients.
Our achievements include being named one of the "World’s Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and Benefits
At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to:
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!
Be the Physical Therapist Assistant you always wanted to be
- Channel your expertise, ambition, and experience into making a difference
Every Day
- Provide top-notch physical therapy treatment in compliance with regulations and professional guidelines.
- Execute delegated physical therapy assistant tasks under supervision, supporting patients' progress.
- Maintain transparent communication across hospital departments to meet patient and staff needs effectively.
Qualifications
- State licensure or certification required.
- CPR certification preferred (as per hospital policy).
- Completion of an accredited physical therapy program preferred.
- Demonstrated competence in physical therapy treatment.
- Strong communication skills for patient, family, and caregiver interactions.
We're eager to meet you, and we truly mean that. Join our family and let's make a difference together!
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, compassionate physical therapy treatment in accordance with regulations and professional guidelines. Carry out delegated physical therapist assistant tasks under supervision and communicate with hospital departments to support patient progress and meet care needs.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Texas, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$88k (311 salary observations; 1,963 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (5,740 salary observations; 21,984 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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