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Physical Therapist Assistant

Encompass Health • Vinings, GA • Posted 2 days ago

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As a Physical Therapist Assistant at Encompass Health, you will be the connection between detailed attention and patient outcomes that exceed expectations. Utilize your passion for rehabilitation to ensure patients receive care that sets the standard, treating them with compassion and empathy. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside patients recovering from various conditions in a post-acute care setting, where you can form significant relationships and celebrate patient progress.

Responsibilities

  • Provide physical therapy treatment and patient care according to hospital, state, and federal regulations and professional guidelines.
  • Perform physical therapy treatment tasks as delegated by and supervised by physical therapists.
  • Maintain open and ongoing communication with hospital departments to ensure that patient, staff, and hospital needs are met.

Qualifications

Required

  • Current state licensure or certification on or before the first day of employment.
  • CPR certification preferred unless otherwise required by hospital policy.
  • Successful completion of an associate's degree from an accredited physical therapy program preferred.
  • Demonstrated competence in physical therapy treatment.
  • Effective communication skills for working with patients, families, and caregivers.

About Encompass Health

Encompass Health is a leading provider of integrated healthcare services in the United States, specializing in inpatient rehabilitation, home health, and hospice care. It operates through a network of rehabilitation hospitals, home health agencies, and hospice agencies across 35 states and Puerto Rico, focusing on delivering high-quality, cost-effective healthcare services to help patients recover from illness or injury.

Full 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.


The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.

We're eager to meet you, and we truly mean that. Join our family and let's make a difference together!