Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Rehabilitation, PRN
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Job Description
Arkansas Methodist Hospital
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Rehabilitation, PRN
Location: 900 W Kingshighway, Paragould, AR 72450
Shift: PRN | Days | As Needed
Your Experience Matters
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others.
As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
Are you a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact every day? We’re seeking a compassionate, skilled PTA to support our Physical Therapists in delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered care. If you love working in a collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter, this role is for you.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist
- Assist patients with mobility, therapeutic exercises, and functional activities
- Observe and document patient progress, reporting updates to the supervising PT
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
- Help ensure a safe, clean, and supportive treatment environment
- Contribute to a positive, team‑oriented workplace and step in with additional duties as needed
What You Bring
We’re looking for someone who is both technically skilled and deeply patient‑focused. Ideal candidates will have:
- An Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program
- Current PTA license in the state of practice
- CPR certification
- Previous rehab or acute care experience (preferred but not required)
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Why Join Us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position
also offers:
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
EEOC Statement
Arkansas Methodist Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Arkansas Methodist Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant will deliver physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, assisting patients with mobility, therapeutic exercises, and functional activities. This role also involves observing and documenting patient progress, reporting updates to the supervising PT, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must possess an Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program along with a current PTA license in the state of practice and CPR certification. Previous rehab or acute care experience is preferred, but strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset are essential.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Arkansas is 86.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Arkansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.2 / 10 · above average in physical therapist assistant | ranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $81k (middle half $66k–$91k)14 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Arkansas index 86.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Arkansas | 145 active | 22,060 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Rehabilitation, PRN at Lifepoint Health a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
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