Physical Therapist Assistant

Pittman Physical Therapy, LLC; Forest Hill (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Signing bonus

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Tuition assistance

Opportunity for advancement

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Pittman Physical Therapy, LLC is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to aid patients in improving mobility under the doctor of physical therapy. The role involves implementing care, instructing patients, and documenting progress. A PTA associate degree, license, and CPR may be preferred.

Responsibilities include therapy procedures, patient counseling, and collaboration with the clinical team to ensure safety, progress, and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Proven working experience as a physical therapist assistant.
• Excellent knowledge of physiology best practices and standards.
• Hands-on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training, and physical modalities.
• Ability to communicate and instruct effectively.
• Healthcare administration and documentation skills.
• License to practice or relevant certification.
• Associate degree as a PTA.
• Physical Therapy Assistant Experience: 1 year (Preferred).
• CPR Certification (Preferred).
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Implement selected components of care and interventions in a technically competent manner.
• Instruct and counsel patients effectively in exercises.
• Identify patient's needs and exhibit compassion, caring, and empathy for individual differences.
• Recommend options, courses of action, or modifications in selected treatments ensure the patient's progress, safety, and comfort.
• Apply the latest research related to restoring function, reducing symptoms frequency, and preventing injury.
• Complete documentation to support the delivery of physical therapy services.
• Perform selected data collection and obtain accurate information.
• Measure performance and report on patient's medical record.
• Participate in patient status judgments.
• Participate in various weekly meetings.
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards.
• Ensure continued competence and updated field knowledge.

Skills

PTA experience

Patient care

Communication

Documentation

Healthcare administration

Education

Associate degree as PTA

Tools

Therapeutic exercises

Functional training

Physical modalities

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Tuition assistance

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Career Growth Opportunities

Job Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic educated and licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients improve their mobility and move forward. You will work closely and under the direction of the doctor of physical therapy, treating patients with medical problems or other conditions that limit their ability to move or perform functional activities.

Responsibilities

• Implement selected components of care and interventions in a technically competent manner
• Instruct and counsel patients effectively in exercises
• Identify patient's needs and exhibit compassion, caring, and empathy for individual differences
• Recommend options, courses of action, or modifications in selected treatments ensure the patient's progress, safety, and comfort
• Apply the latest research related to restoring function, reducing symptoms frequency, and preventing injury
• Complete documentation to support the delivery of physical therapy services
• Perform selected data collection and obtain accurate information
• Measure performance and report on patient's medical record
• Participate in patient status judgments
• Participate in various weekly meetings
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards
• Ensure continued competence and updated field knowledge

Qualifications

• Proven working experience as a physical therapist assistant
• Excellent knowledge of physiology best practices and standards
• Hands-on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training, and physical modalities
• Ability to communicate and instruct effectively
• Healthcare administration and documentation skills
• License to practice or relevant certification
• Associate degree as a PTA
• Physical Therapy Assistant Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Preferred)