Lifepoint Health·Sylva, North Carolina
The Physical Therapy Assistant supports therapists in assessing patient conditions, planning treatment programs, and maintaining progress records. They are responsible for administering therapeutic procedures and providing exercise instruction and demonstration under supervision.
Schedule: PRN, Variable
Your experience matters
Your experience matters Harris Regional Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Join our dedicated rehabilitation team at Harris Regional, an 86-bed facility offering a full range of services including general surgery, women’s care, intensive care, and emergency services. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional respiratory care, continuously seeking ways to enhance the patient and family experience. We work closely with all providers and caregivers to ensure the best possible outcomes for every patient we serve.
How you’ll contribute
An Acute Care and/or Outpatient Rehab Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) who excels in this role:
Supports therapist in assessing the condition of patients, planning treatment programs, preparing treatment schedules and keeping records on the progress of treatment.
Assists with therapeutic procedures or administering procedures under a therapist's supervision.
Assists in exercise instruction and demonstration, patient evaluation and testing.
What we’re looking for
Must be a graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program and possess an NC Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant. Additional requirements include:
Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.
One year of experience preferred
ASLS certification preferred
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Harris Regional Hospital is an 86-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Western North Carolina community for over 90 years. We are proud to offer five major service lines, including orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, women’s care, and emergency medicine, as well as many other areas of subspecialty care.
“Harris Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Harris Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Candidates must be graduates of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program and hold a North Carolina license. Required certifications include BLS within 30 days, and ACLS and PALS within six months of hire.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in North Carolina often look for licensed or credentialed clinicians, and this role requires registration with the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Certification board. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer a bachelor’s degree and want candidates who can work within treatment, documentation, and care coordination expectations. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm your credential status before applying.