Physical Therapist Assistant - Impactful Rehab Team

Nhccare; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NHC HomeCare Murfreesboro is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team in Murfreesboro, TN. The PTA will provide skilled physical therapy services under the direction of a Physical Therapist and support evaluation and progress toward goals.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s Degree from an accredited PTA program, is licensed in Tennessee, and is encouraged to maintain active membership in state/national PT associations. Equal opportunity employer and team-focused environment.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Documentation

Observation skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

NHC HomeCare Murfreesboro is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team in Murfreesboro, TN. The PTA will provide skilled physical therapy services under the direction of a Physical Therapist and support evaluation and progress toward goals.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s Degree from an accredited PTA program, is licensed in Tennessee, and is encouraged to maintain active membership in state/national PT associations. Equal opportunity employer and team-focused environment.