# Physical Therapist Assistant

**Company**: Encompass Health
**Location**: Lexington, KY
**Salary**: $28.00 - $38.62
**Category**: Healthcare
**Industry**: Healthcare

**Apply**: https://careers.encompasshealth.com/job/physical-therapist-asst/lexington-ky/2533138/?utm_source=yubhub.co&utm_medium=jobs_feed&utm_campaign=apply
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## Description

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team at Encompass Health in Lexington, Kentucky. As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will have the opportunity to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and personalized care to our patients. You will work in a well-equipped physical therapy gym with a supportive environment that allows you to thrive.

**Job Summary** The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide top-notch physical therapy treatment in compliance with regulations and professional guidelines. The successful candidate will execute delegated physical therapy assistant tasks under supervision, supporting patients' progress, and maintain transparent communication across hospital departments to meet patient and staff needs effectively.

**Responsibilities**

- Provide physical therapy treatment under the supervision of a licensed therapist.

- Execute delegated tasks to support patients' progress.

- Maintain effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

**Requirements**

- State licensure or certification required.

- CPR certification preferred.

- Completion of an accredited physical therapy program preferred.

- Demonstrated competence in physical therapy treatment.

- Strong communication skills for patient, family, and caregiver interactions.

**Benefits**

- Competitive compensation range of $28.00 - $38.62 per hour.

- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.

- Generous paid time off.

- Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.

- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.

- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

## Skills

### Required
- physical therapy
- patient care
- communication

### Nice to have
- CPR certification
- completion of an accredited physical therapy program

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Source: [Apply at careers.encompasshealth.com](https://careers.encompasshealth.com/job/physical-therapist-asst/lexington-ky/2533138/?utm_source=yubhub.co&utm_medium=jobs_feed&utm_campaign=apply)