Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Nhccare; Pulaski (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NHC HomeCare Pulaski is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support our team in providing essential physical therapy services. The PTA role involves delivering therapeutic treatments under the direction of the Physical Therapist, maintaining patient records, and assisting with evaluations.

Qualified candidates must possess an Associate’s Degree from an accredited program, hold a valid state license, and preferably be an active member of related professional associations. Join us in our mission to provide quality care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate’s Degree from a recognized Physical Therapist Assistant Program.
• Must be licensed in the state of practice.
• Active member of state and national Physical Therapy Associations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist.
• Assists with evaluation of patient progress.
• Maintains daily records of treatments.

Skills

Licensed in the state

Technical skills in physical therapy

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

NHC HomeCare Pulaski
Pulaski, TN 38478, USA

Physical Therapist Assistant for NHC HomeCare Pulaski

We are 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.

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.

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