Physical Therapist Assistant- $8,000 sign on bonus

Select Medical•Henderson, NV

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About The Position

Select Medical is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant at its Cadence location in Henderson, Nevada. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a stated pay range of $30–$38 per hour depending on years of experience. The position includes an $8,000 sign-on bonus, a student debt benefit program, and an annual bonus plan. The role supports patient care and recovery in a compassionate environment. The ideal team member is adaptable, patient-centric, communicative, detail-oriented, and collaborative. Select Medical offers orientation and mentorship, continuing education opportunities, paid national certifications, and access to specialty career paths and internal mobility. Applicants must meet the education requirements for state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, hold or be eligible for the applicable state license, and have CPR certification. The role has substantial physical demands, including lifting and moving patients and equipment and remaining active throughout the workday.

Requirements

Successful completion of educational requirements mandated for state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of practice.
Current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
Ability to frequently lift patients using biomedical techniques.
Ability to lift 50 pounds alone.
Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a workday or shift.
Near and distant visual acuity sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and understand written directions.
Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.
Fine motor skills adequate for scheduling and preparing patients, equipment, and supplies for treatment.
Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in accordance with state labor laws.

Nice To Haves

Adaptability and flexibility.
Patient-centric approach and empathetic communication.
Attention to detail and teamwork.
Interest in continuing education, specialty development, and mentoring opportunities.

Responsibilities

Support patient care and recovery in a compassionate environment.
Lift and move patients using biomedical techniques.
Push wheeled equipment throughout the facility.
Schedule and prepare patients, equipment, and supplies for treatment.
Maintain accurate records and understand and give directions.
Participate in sustained activities throughout the workday in accordance with state labor laws.
Work collaboratively with colleagues and communicate proactively and empathetically.

Benefits

$8,000 sign-on bonus.
Student debt benefit program.
Annual bonus plan.
Mentorship and orientation programs.
Continuing education program, including paid national certifications.
Generous paid time off.
Comprehensive benefits packages.
Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan.
Access to specialty career paths and internal movement.
Continuing education opportunities valued up to $15,580 each year, including residency, weekend classes, online education, and weekly mentoring for new graduates.