Physical Therapy Assistant Acute Care Therapy Part Time

Facility:

CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave Springfield Missouri United States of America 65807

Department:

1089 Acute Therapy South

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

Hours:

Varied

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals 5 ERs and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

• Named one of Modern Healthcares Best Places to work five times.

• Named one of Americas Greatest Workplaces Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare () Greatest Workplaces for Women () and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.

• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.

• Healthcare InnovationsTop Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

• Medical Vision Dental Retirement with Employer Match and more (20 hrs/week)

• For a comprehensive list of benefits please click here:Benefits CoxHealth

Job Description:

Overview of Unit/Department
Acute Care at Cox South Hospitals main campus is a fast-paced team-oriented environment where therapists make a meaningful impact every day. Working across units like the ICU and medical-surgical floors youll gain diverse clinical experience while continuing to grow your skills. We offer a strong mentorship program to support new graduates and those new to acute care along with a collaborative culture where teamwork is key. Its a great place to learn feel supported and build a rewarding career.

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates
Up to $3000 Sign-On Bonus
Up to 24 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
Up to $3000 Relocation bonus
Clinical Ladder up to $4000

Job Summary
Under the guidance and direction of a Physical Therapist a Physical Therapy Assistant assists the Therapist with therapeutic exercises training or treatment plans to return the patient to a normal pattern of movement and functioning as possible. Works with patients from pediatric to geriatric ages who are referred for medical and educational services. The primary functions are to perform patient related activities including delegated procedures that are commensurate with educational skill and training. Responsible for communication of care to physical therapy staff or others to evaluate patient information for planning modifying or coordinating treatment.

Job Requirements

Education:
Required: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Experience:
No prior experience required

Skills:
Good clinical expertise communication skills human relations skills and organizational skills required.
Self-motivated individual who can work independently with little direct supervision required
Has demonstrated interest in professional growth by attendance at continuing education workshops and applications of new principles and/or techniques.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Required: License for Physical Therapy Assistant active in the state of Missouri