Physical Therapy Assistant, PRN; Northwest, AR

Position: Physical Therapy Assistant, PRN (Northwest, AR)

Closing Date

12/20/2025

Type of Position

Clinical Staff - Rehabilitation Therapy

Job Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Department

ICE | MUSL NWA OP PT Clinic

Department's Website

Not provided

Overview

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) PRN at UAMS Northwest Regional Campus in Fayetteville, Arkansas, is an integral member of the interdisciplinary team, providing direct patient care to individuals of all ages. This PRN role involves implementing therapeutic plans under the supervision of a physical therapist, focusing on promoting mobility, reducing pain, restoring function, and preventing disability.

This PTA position will primarily treat residents in the Arkansas State Veterans Home, skilled nursing facility, as well as some patients in our outpatient therapy clinic. Daily care will include gait training, balance exercises, strength training, endurance exercises, and functional mobility. Additionally, the PTA educates patients and caregivers, ensures compliance with UAMS policies and HIPAA standards, and operates and maintains physical therapy equipment.

Benefits

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health:
  Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement:
  Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

EEO Statement

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Qualifications

(Minimum)

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current and valid licensure by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy as a physical Therapist.
• Assistant or eligible to apply for licensure.
• Two (2) years of experience is preferred.
• Current Arkansas license or eligible to apply and obtain license within one month of hire.
• LSVT BIG or PWR! Moves certification is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs)

• Patient Education and Support:
  Ability to educate and assist patients in managing chronic conditions and promoting wellness.
• Care Coordination:
  Skills in developing and implementing individualized health plans, collaborating with patients, families, and care providers, and coordinating outpatient follow-up.
• Operational Excellence:
  Competence in maintaining accurate records, collecting payments, and ensuring adherence to organizational policies.
• Adaptability and Independence:
  Capacity to work independently, maintain high-quality care standards, and adjust to changing workloads.
• Professional Development:
  Commitment to ongoing training, skill assessments, and staff meetings to enhance competencies and support a culture of excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement therapeutic plans under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Provide daily care, including gait training, balance exercises, strength training, endurance exercises, and functional mobility.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and wellness.

Ensure compliance with UAMS policies and HIPAA standards.

Operate and maintain physical therapy equipment.

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume.

Optional Documents

Proof of Veteran Status.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please upload the Licensure to the Additional Documents section.

Recruitment Contact Information

Recruitment email: ask recruitment.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Adult Maltreatment, Child Maltreatment.

Physical Activity Requirements

• Constant Physical Activity:
  Hearing, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Sitting, Standing.
• Frequent Physical Activity:
  Talking.
• Occasional Physical Activity:
  Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping.

Application Process

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site at  Please do not send materials to the listed recruitment contact.

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