Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Ultipro; Chipley (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

National HealthCare Corporation's NHC HomeCare Chipley is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join the team. The PTA provides prescribed therapy under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and supports patient goals and outcomes in a home care setting.

Required is an Associate’s Degree in PTA, licensed in Florida, and preferred active membership in state/national PT associations. The role emphasizes accuracy in documentation, evaluation support, and adherence to

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from a PTA program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Must be licensed in the state where the assistant will practice.
• Active membership in state and national Physical Therapy Associations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services as directed by the PT and ordered by the physician according to policies and state/federal regulations.
• Assists the PT with evaluation of progress toward goals.
• Maintains daily treatment records and documents progress notes as directed by the therapist.
• Observes patient conditions and reports reactions and responses related to assigned duties.

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

NHC HomeCare Chipley
Chipley, FL 32428, USA

Description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for NHC HomeCare Chipley

"A different kind of care that ensures you’re surrounded by people who make a difference in your life."

NHC HomeCare Chipleyis looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team.The Physical Therapist Assistant is a skilled technical provider of physical therapy treatments and related duties working under the direction of the Physical Therapist.

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.

Position Highlights:

• 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.

National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality care. Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well‑being and independence of patients of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services.

The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge ... innovation and improvement ... teamwork and collaboration ... and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well‑being of the communities we serve.

We look forward to talking with you!!

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EOE