Pta Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program.
• Current, unencirruped PT or PTA license in the state of Arkansas.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently with appropriate supervision structure (PTA).
• Effective communication with patients, families, rehab team, and interdisciplinary staff.
• Ability to manage a variable weekend caseload across acute and inpatient rehab settings.
• Proficient with EMR documentation systems.
• Proof of the legal right to work in the United States is required.

Nice To Haves

• Acute care or inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred; new graduates considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy treatment to acute care and inpatient rehab patients
• Complete evaluations (PT) and daily treatment documentation in the EMR on date of service.
• Communicate patient status, functional progress, and safety concerns to nursing, case management, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in discharge planning discussions and equipment/home safety recommendations as needed.
• Ensure appropriate use of assistive devices, mobility aids, and safety precautions during treatment sessions.
• Follow infection control, fall prevention, and facility safety protocols at all times.
• Maintain accurate charge capture and billing documentation.
• Communicate effectively with weekday therapy staff to ensure continuity of care across the full week.
• Respond to changes in patient status and escalate concerns to appropriate clinical staff promptly.
• Participate in departmental performance improvement activities as applicable to weekend operations.