Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Arkansas
Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in Arkansas are open across Hot Springs, Little Rock, and Searcy and other Arkansas metros, with employers like Optum, CommonSpirit Health, and Lifepoint Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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St. Mary's Regional Medical Center
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Outpatient Clinic Adults, PRN
PRN | 0800-1700 | M-F
Your experience matters:
At St. Mary's Regional Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Physical Therapist 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.
About us:
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center is located in Russellville, AR, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.
Connect with our Recruiter:
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Jodie Bailey by email jodie.bailey1@lifepointhealth.net
How you’ll contribute:
Are you passionate about helping others regain their strength and mobility? We're looking for a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our dynamic care team. In this role, you'll work under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist, delivering personalized treatment plans that help patients recover, maintain, and improve their physical function.
- Implement individualized treatment plans using a variety of therapy techniques and modalities
- Monitor patient progress and communicate updates or adjustments to the supervising therapist
- Document care services and patient outcomes with accuracy and clarity
- Educate patients and their caregivers about physical challenges and therapeutic goals
- Support discharge planning, including equipment recommendations and community resource referrals
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure the highest quality of patient care
- We're looking for someone with strong communication skills, clinical insight, and a heart for patient-centered care. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact each day, we’d love to meet you.
Qualifications and requirements:
- Associate’s degree Required; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
- Physical Therapy Assistant in the State
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
EEOC Statement
“St. Mary's Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Mary's Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
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. 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.
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Where Arkansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Physical Therapy Assistant Job Market in Arkansas
A snapshot from current Arkansas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Optum6

- CommonSpirit Health4

- Lifepoint Health2

- Arkansas Colleges of Health Education1

- Baptist Health1

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services13
- Consulting & Professional Services7
- Education1
- Non-Profit & Social Services1
What Arkansas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapy assistant jobs across Arkansas.
- Associate degree in physical therapist assisting from a CAPTE-accredited program
- Active state PTA license or eligibility to sit for the NPTE
- Experience using physical therapy EMR software such as WebPT or Theraoffice
- CPR and Basic Life Support certification current at time of hire
- One or more years of clinical experience in an outpatient, SNF, or home health setting
- Familiarity with manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercise, and modality operation
Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Arkansas: Frequently Asked Questions
How many physical therapy assistant jobs are there in Arkansas?
There are 19+ physical therapy assistant openings in Arkansas on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Hot Springs, Little Rock, and Searcy. New positions post regularly as employers across Arkansas hire.
How much do physical therapy assistants make in Arkansas?
Physical therapy assistants in Arkansas earn a median of about $64,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $31,540 for the lowest 10% to over $85,280 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Arkansas cities have the most physical therapy assistant jobs?
Hot Springs, Little Rock, and Searcy have the most physical therapy assistant openings in Arkansas right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire physical therapy assistants in Arkansas?
Employers hiring physical therapy assistants in Arkansas include Optum, CommonSpirit Health, and Lifepoint Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote physical therapy assistant jobs in Arkansas?
Yes. About 0% of physical therapy assistant openings tied to Arkansas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Arkansas metros.
How do I apply for physical therapy assistant jobs in Arkansas?
You can apply to physical therapy assistant jobs in Arkansas directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Arkansas location, then apply to each one that fits.
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