Home Health - Physical Therapist Assistant

NHC HealthCare, Charleston; Springfield (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NHC HealthCare, Charleston is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide specialized physical therapy services under the direction of a Physical Therapist in Springfield, Tennessee. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's Degree from an accredited program and hold a valid Tennessee license.

This role involves assessing patient progress, keeping detailed records, and adhering to state and federal regulations. NHC is committed to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in Tennessee to practice as a PTA.
• Active membership in state/national Physical Therapy Associations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist.
• Assists with evaluation of patient progress.
• Maintains daily records of treatments.

Skills

Physical therapy treatments

Record keeping

Observational skills

Education

Associate's Degree from an accredited program

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA

NHC HomeCare Springfield is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team. The PTA is a skilled technical provider of physical therapy treatments and related duties working under the direction of the Physical Therapist.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate’s Degree from a recognized Physical Therapist Assistant Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Must be licensed in the state in which the assistant will be practicing.
• Active member of state and national Physical Therapy Associations preferred.

Position Highlights

• Provides physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist and ordered by the physician according to policies and procedures and state/federal regulation.
• Assists the physical therapist with evaluation of progress toward goals.
• Observes records and reports to the therapist the conditions, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.
• Maintains daily records of treatments. Documents progress notes regarding patients as directed by the therapist.

NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.