Assistant Physical Therapist II - Growth & Patient Impact

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a physically trained assistant to deliver therapeutic physical therapy under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. The role supports discharge planning, patient education, and coordination with community resources to meet established goals.

The position emphasizes teamwork across staff, students, and volunteers while contributing to continuous improvements in care delivery and adherence to the applicable licensure requirements and

Qualifications

• Entry level position to be supervised by a licensed physical therapist.
• BLS certification required within 14 days of hire.
• PTA licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Provides treatment under supervision of licensed physical therapist.
• Participates in discharge planning information, which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Contributes to the development of staff and students including the assessment of the daily workload.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Basic Skills

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a physically trained assistant to deliver therapeutic physical therapy under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. The role supports discharge planning, patient education, and coordination with community resources to meet established goals.

The position emphasizes teamwork across staff, students, and volunteers while contributing to continuous improvements in care delivery and adherence to the applicable licensure requirements and