Physical Therapist at Links healthcare Group

University of Delaware; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Northbrooke Post-Acute in Jackson, TN, is seeking a dedicated physical therapy assistant to support patients through exercises, treatments, and rehabilitation activities within a skilled nursing setting.

You will collaborate with physical therapists, communicate with families, and help patients regain mobility while meeting safety and care standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or PTA certification from an approved program.
• Strong customer service and patient care skills.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology.
• Clinical rotation experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients as they practice exercises or functional activities.
• Observe patients during treatments to evaluate data and provide results to the physical therapist.
• Confer with physical therapy staff to discuss and evaluate patient information for coordinating treatment.
• Communicate with and instruct caregivers and family members on patient therapeutic activities.
• Transport patients to and from treatment areas, lifting and transferring according to positioning requirements.
• Administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, massage, and modality treatments.
• Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices.

Skills

Customer service

Patient care

Medical terminology

Education

Associate’s degree or PTA certification

Job description

Location: NORTHBROOKE POST ACUTE, Jackson, TN, US

Northbrooke Post-Acute, a 120-bed Skilled Nursing Facility, is located in Jackson, Tennessee servicing patients with wound care, rehabilitation and skilled services. Our focus is to provide the utmost quality of care to all of our patients while maintaining a compliant and welcoming environment. We are a passionate team who truly care for the well‑being of our residents, family members and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients as they practice exercises or functional activities.
• Observe patients during treatments to evaluate data and provide results to the physical therapist.
• Confer with physical therapy staff to discuss and evaluate patient information for coordinating treatment.
• Communicate with and instruct caregivers and family members on patient therapeutic activities.
• Transport patients to and from treatment areas, lifting and transferring according to positioning requirements.
• Administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, massage, and modality treatments.
• Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices.

What We Are Looking For

• Education: Associate’s degree or certification from an approved physical therapy program.
• Skills: Excellent customer service, patient care skills, and basic understanding of medical terminology.
• Experience: Clinical experience included in course study; long‑term care experience preferred.
• Physical Readiness: Ability to meet physical demands including lifting, positioning, and prolonged standing.