Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Hourly wage estimate: $24.87 - $34.82. Factors such as skills, experience, and comparison to existing employees may influence the actual salary. The typical candidate is hired below the midpoint of the range.

About the role

As a Physical Therapy Assistant at HCA Healthcare, you’ll improve the lives of patients by providing individualized care that restores mobility and independence. Supported by well-defined processes, manageable caseloads, and a strong partnership with your team and supervising PTs, you’ll deliver high-quality care with confidence and impact. You'll also have access to resources like educational assistance, clear paths for growth, and scheduling flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic exercises and functional training to help patients regain independence and mobility
• Apply physical therapy techniques and modalities to reduce pain and restore function
• Monitor patient progress and document responses to ensure safe, effective care
• Teach patients and families how to use assistive devices and follow home exercise programs
• Work closely with PTs, nurses, aides, and the care team to enhance the patient experience and support a culture of excellence

Requirements

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date)
• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA)
• High School Graduate / GED
• No travel required

Benefits

Chippenham Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. Available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

About the employer

Chippenham Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1972, offering patients access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With over 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our 460+ bed hospital is a leading acute care facility located on the Southside of Richmond. We are the region's first choice for orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health, and cardiovascular care. The Joint Commission awarded Chippenham Hospital the Gold Seal of Approval and named us a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for advanced primary stroke, heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, perinatal care, hip and knee replacement, and surgical care. We are also a Level I Burn Center and Level I Trauma Center.