Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation is conveniently located on the Northwest Medical Center campus at the corner of Orange Grove Road and La Cholla Blvd This position is located at Northwest Transitions, as a department of Oro Valley Hospital, we offer inpatient rehabilitative care in a supportive, caring environment. We focus on emphasizing ability, rather than disability, and help patients regain the confidence they need for recovery. Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation is conveniently located on the Northwest Medical Center campus at the corner of Orange Grove Road and La Cholla Blvd Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Up to $10K Student Loan Support Position Type: Full Time Days Benefits: • Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy. • Future Security: 401(k) with matching • Student Loan Support – Up to $10,000 repayment assistance, because we invest in your future. • Educational Tuition Assistance • Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication. • Paid Time Off • Life Insurance Job Summary The Physical Therapy Assistant administers therapeutic techniques and interventions designed to improve, maintain, or restore function for individuals affected by age, injury, disease, or congenital conditions. This role focuses on providing safe, effective, and evidence-based therapy services to support patient recovery and independence. Essential Functions • Assists the Physical Therapist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment plans and collaborates on adjustments to achieve clinical outcomes. • Implements therapeutic interventions that focus on posture, balance, locomotion, strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination, pain management, and daily functional abilities. • Administers treatment methods and modalities under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist, ensuring they align with current physical therapy practices. • Monitors patient progress and provides timely feedback to the supervising Physical Therapist regarding patient responses and treatment effectiveness. • Provides patient education on therapeutic exercises, techniques, and self-management strategies that promote recovery and improve function. • Ensures treatment approaches are tailored to the patient’s age, developmental level, cultural background, and individual goals. • Completes clear, concise, and accurate documentation of patient care, including treatment plans, interventions, progress notes, and discharge recommendations, adhering to organizational and regulatory requirements. • Collaborates with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care, including participation in discharge planning and recommendations for ongoing therapy or supportive services. • Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to infection control and safety protocols. • Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications • 0-1 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required Licenses and Certifications • PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant licensed in state of employment required • BCLS - Basic Life Support required INDRESPTHER