Physical Therapist Assistant PTA - PRN

NHC Careers; Crawfordville (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior care is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will provide essential physical therapy services under the guidance of a licensed physical therapist, ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care. You'll have the opportunity to assist in evaluating patient progress and maintain detailed treatment records. This position offers a collaborative and supportive environment where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families. If you are passionate about helping others and committed to excellence in care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in the state of practice.
• Active membership in state and national Physical Therapy Associations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist.
• Assists the physical therapist with evaluation of progress toward goals.
• Maintains daily records of treatments and documents progress notes.

Education

Associate’s Degree from a recognized Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Job description

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

Position: Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA

NHC HomeCare Crawfordville is 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.

If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, please apply today and find out more about us at nhccare.com/locations/homecare-crawfordville/.

We look forward to talking with you! NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.