Physical Therapist Assistant — Meaningful Rehab Impact

Lifepoint Health; Winchester (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Well-being programs

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient care in Tennessee. You will implement therapy plans under supervision, monitor progress, and communicate outcomes to the supervising therapist while educating patients and families.

The role emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration with the care team, and discharge planning to improve community health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of Tennessee.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to think critically, make decisions, and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment plans developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities.
• Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Monitors patient responses to the treatment plan.
• Regularly communicates patient progress and possible goal revisions to the physical therapist.
• Documents services provided and patient response/progress.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Assists with patient discharge planning.
• Provides information regarding adaptive equipment and community support programs.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Lifepoint Health is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to support patient care in Tennessee. You will implement therapy plans under supervision, monitor progress, and communicate outcomes to the supervising therapist while educating patients and families.

The role emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration with the care team, and discharge planning to improve community health outcomes.