Physical Therapy Assistant IRF Acute Float

As a Physical Therapy Assistant at HCA Healthcare’s Research Medical Center, you will improve patients’ lives by providing individualized care that restores mobility and independence. This primarily weekend position offers access to educational assistance, clear growth paths, and scheduling flexibility while working within well‑defined processes and a supportive team.

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.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy (minimum education required).
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Current state professional license and current BLS certification.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
• Well‑being support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability, and various leaves of absence.
• 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, and preferred banking partnerships.
• Retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial well‑being counseling.
• Education support: 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.
• Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.