Physical Therapist Assistant - Collaborative Rehab Impact

Collierville-Nursing-and-Rehabilitation; Collierville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Collierville Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver PT services under a licensed PT. You will implement plans of care, supervise rehab techs, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support resident mobility, strength, and confidence.

The role emphasizes professional conduct, compliance with regulations, and ongoing education to improve patient outcomes in a supportive facility environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Valid state Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic internet navigation.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and Physical Therapist.
• Assist in screening and providing input to initial evaluations as appropriate.
• Implement treatment for all assigned patients in accordance with the established plan of care.
• Comply with state and federal guidelines regarding accurate and timely documentation and billing.
• Establish and maintain effective patient-centered interactions with patients, interdisciplinary team members, and facility staff.
• Provide direct supervision to rehabilitation technicians during group and individual treatment.
• Actively integrate physical therapy services into facility and interdisciplinary treatment plans.
• Participate in utilization review, case management, care conferences, administrative meetings, and family conferences as directed by the physical therapist.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with healthcare professionals and colleagues.
• Make appropriate referrals to other members of the rehabilitation team.
• Maintain awareness of changes in patient conditions and communicate patient progress and facility issues to the supervising physical therapist in a timely manner.
• Adhere to facility policies related to environmental safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, patient rights, and privacy.
• Enhance clinical expertise and professional skills through continuing education and professional development.
• Understand and apply relevant payment models and treatment guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality of organizational, facility, and patient information.
• Conduct oneself in an ethical, legal, and professional manner at all times. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Clinical problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication (verbal & written)

Relationship-building

English proficiency

Education

Graduate of accredited PTA program

State PTA license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Collierville Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver PT services under a licensed PT. You will implement plans of care, supervise rehab techs, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support resident mobility, strength, and confidence.

The role emphasizes professional conduct, compliance with regulations, and ongoing education to improve patient outcomes in a supportive facility environment.