Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) PT

NHC; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

NHC HomeCare Franklin seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant for a part-time role. Ideal candidates will have an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy and be licensed in Tennessee, with a passion for patient care and teamwork. This role involves providing therapy services under a Physical Therapist's direction, evaluating patient progress, and maintaining treatment records in a supportive environment focused on quality care.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate’s Degree from an accredited program.
• Must be licensed in the practicing state.
• 1-2 years experience in acute ortho is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services as directed.
• Assists the physical therapist with progress evaluation.
• Documents patient progress and treatment provided.

Skills

Team Player

Detail Oriented

Dedicated

Enthusiastic

Leader

Education

Associate’s Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant for NHC HomeCare Franklin Part time Position

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

NHC HomeCare Franklin 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 atnhccare.com/locations/homecare-franklin/

We look forward to talking with you!

EOE

Qualifications Experience

Required 1 year

Home Health preferred but willing to train. Must have 1-2 years experience of acute ortho. Must be able to treat posto TKR, THR, shoulders, Spinal Surgeries etc.

Behaviors

Required

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Leader : Inspires teammates to follow them

Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Required

Peer Recognition : Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers

Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Financial : Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Physical Therapy Assist

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