Wickenburg Community Hospital·Surprise, Arizona
The Physical Therapy Assistant implements patient treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed therapist and provides high-quality care to inpatients and outpatients. They are also responsible for timely documentation, patient charging, and maintaining effective communication with the interdisciplinary team.
Location: Wickenburg, az
Wickenburg Community Hospital is a beautiful and sophisticated rural-access hospital located in Wickenburg, Arizona.
WCH is a 8-bed Emergency Department and many ancillary services.
We also have 3 Primary Care Clinics.
Here at WCH, we strive to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and care.
Join us today and let us be part of your success story.
1. Full Benefits 2. PTO/Sick Leave 3. Wellness Benefits
The Staff Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for providing high quality PT services to Inpatients/Swing bed, and outpatients under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
Essential Job Duties
Implements and executes on established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a therapist.
Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians and other members of the team.
Provides timely documentation per hospital and departmental requirements.
Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
Supports and participates in department operations and development.
Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist in a timely manner.
Prepares and submits patient charges accurately to provide appropriate billing information.
Provides patient screens upon admission by identifying appropriate interventions for treatment.
Uses professional judgement to ensure safety of self, patients, and others at all times.
Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary cooperation, teamwork, and effective communication.
Attends required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab and or Manager.
Effectively communicates with Therapists concerning patient’s response to the treatment plan.
Attends in-services, training sessions or other educational presentations.
Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.
Maintains awareness of patient and community needs, conditions, and programs.
Upholds the vision/mission statement of the hospital.
Conducts self in a professional manner with courtesy, respect, for others.
Provides a minimum of one in-service to the community and or peers per year.
Participates in one community event per year per availability of events.
Act as a clinical preceptor for Physical Therapist Assistant student program.
Maintains professional license.
Other Duties
Maintains the self‑respect, personal dignity, and physical safety of each patient, resident.
Participates in team discussions and planning.
Assures continuity of services and care.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Candidates must be graduates of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant curriculum and hold a current Arizona PT license. The role requires the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and moving patients, along with a working knowledge of Medicare and patient rights.
Market context
Physical Therapy Assistant openings in Arizona often draw steady interest because clinics, rehab centers, and home health teams need licensed support staff who can help patients follow treatment plans. This role is competitive for candidates who already hold a current Arizona license, BLS certification, and the physical stamina and communication skills needed for manual therapy and patient guarding. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your CAPTE-approved program background and license status before applying.
