Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant Ortho and General Outpatient Care

Under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, provides skilled physical therapy to patients / clients with a wide variety of diagnoses and disabilities, taking into account individual patient's special physical or age-related needs. Requires skills in patient / client treatment, as well as professional consultations to achieve maximum patient / client independence in accordance with individual's functional level and potential.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence Portland Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications

Coursework / Training : Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program.

Coursework / Training : May require specialized physical therapist assistant training to meet a particular department need or equivalent education / experience

Oregon Physical Therapy Assistant License upon hire

National Provider BLS - American Heart Association

In compliance with company policy and state regulations, a Department of Human Services (DHS) criminal background check is required for this position upon hire

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected.

Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more.