We're Hiring: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

*Sign on bonus available

Location: Sarah D. Culbertson Memorial Hospital – Rushville, IL
Job Type: Full-time or Part-time

Sarah D. Culbertson Memorial Hospital is seeking a compassionate, licensed Physical Therapist to join our Therapy Team. As a Critical Access Hospital serving Rushville and the surrounding communities, we offer a supportive, close-knit environment where team members are valued, heard, and empowered. Here, you’re not one of hundreds. You’re essential.

If you're looking for a place where your work truly matters and where your future is just as important as your present, this is the opportunity for you! This is your chance to make a lasting impact!

Why Physical Therapy Assistants Choose Culbertson

• More One-on-One Time with Patients
  Build meaningful relationships and provide focused, hands-on care that supports better outcomes.
• Individualized Treatment Approach
  Tailor treatment times and plans to each patient’s unique needs—because no two recoveries are the same.
• Variety in Patient Care
  Work with a diverse range of ages, diagnoses, and functional goals—keeping your work engaging and dynamic.
• Quality Over Volume
  Focus on delivering effective, patient-centered therapy without the pressure of high-volume expectations.
• Collaborative Care Environment
  Work closely with providers and care teams to support coordinated, whole-person recovery.
• Less Chaos, More Connection
  A calmer setting allows you to focus on your patients, think critically, and deliver your best care.
• Pension-Backed Retirement Security (IMRF)
  As an Illinois district hospital, you’ll participate in IMRF. After 10 years, you’re vested in a guaranteed lifetime pension—an increasingly rare benefit.

 Duties:

• Deliver hands-on therapy treatments under the guidance of a Physical Therapist, ensuring each patient receives safe, effective, and compassionate care
• Support patients in regaining strength, mobility, and function, helping them navigate recovery and adapt to physical challenges
• Encourage and motivate patients to reach their highest level of independence, building confidence throughout the rehabilitation process
• Collaborate with the therapy team to provide a consistent, high-quality care experience for every patient
• Contribute to a safe, clean, and healing environment by maintaining equipment and following infection control standards
• Participate in quality and performance improvement efforts that enhance patient outcomes and overall care delivery
• Engage in ongoing training and safety programs to ensure the highest standard of care for patients

Requirements:

• Current State of Illinois Physical Therapy Assistant License
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• BCLS (CPR) certification

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Discount at Rushville Family Fitness Center

Ready to Make a Real Impact?

If you're ready to grow your career in a place that feels like home and where your work truly matters, apply today and become part of a hospital that values both its people and its community.

Your future starts here at Culbertson. Let’s make a difference together!