Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

TieTalent; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Nashville. The role involves direct rehabilitation care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, ensuring compliance with all standards and regulations. Candidates should possess an accredited physical therapy degree, relevant licensure, and good communication skills. Experience in post-acute care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must maintain an active license in good standing.
• One (1) year experience in post-acute care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans.
• Chart patient care appropriately.
• Communicate effectively on an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Good body mechanics

Independent decision-making

Education

Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)

CPR certification

Tools

Therapy software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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About

Position Summary:

The PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
  
  

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
  
  

Essential Functions

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
  
  

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Nice-to-have skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Nashville, Tennessee
  
  

Languages

• English

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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