Physical Therapy Assistant

Tenet Healthcare; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our rehabilitation team. Under the direction of a Registered Physical Therapist, you will perform patient treatments, document results, and ensure equipment readiness across neonatal to geriatric patients.

The role requires an Associate's degree in PTA and a valid State License, with a preference for candidates who have at least 1 year of experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Active U.S. military service members or veterans with any military service, training or education verified and credited by an accredited PTA program is acceptable.
• State License is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient treatments under the direction of the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Documents treatments and measurements.
• Ensures equipment is functioning before use.
• Performs treatments as indicated by the treatment plan.
• Maintains thorough documentation of treatments provided.

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Active U.S. military service members or veterans verification

Job description

Overview

Saint Francis Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Saint Francis Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

At the direction of a Registered Physical Therapist, performs patient treatments as indicated by the treatment plan. Documents treatments given, including frequent and objective measurements. Works with neonatal through geriatric patients with clinical competency. Completes established competencies for the position within the designated introductory period.

Responsibilities

• Performs selected tests and measurements as directed by therapist;
• maintains documentation on all treatments;
• assures appropriate equipment performance prior to each use.
• performs patient treatments as indicated by the treatment plan
• Documents treatments given, including frequent and objective measurements
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

Required

• Education:
  • Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant,
  • Active U.S. military service members or veterans with any military service, training or education verified and credited by an accredited PTA program is acceptable
• Certification/License: State License

Preferred

• Experience: 1 year experience

Organization Description

Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis is a 479-bed full-service hospital located at 5959 Park Avenue in Memphis, TN.Offering a wide array of medical services, Saint Francis is noted for its many Centers of Excellence, including its Center for Surgical Weight Loss, Joint & Spine Center, Heart & Vascular Center, Chest Pain Emergency Center, and Surgical Services including its Center for Robotic Surgery, Diabetes Center, and Cancer Center.The hospital has been recognized for excellence of care by United Healthcare, CIGNA, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and Aetna. Saint Francis Hospital serves as an academic training site for University of Tennessee Surgical, Family Practice, and Psychiatric Residents. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, the nations oldest and largest hospital accreditation agency. At Saint Francis Healthcare, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team where we strive to be No. 1 in quality, safety and service excellence.

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