Physical Therapy Assistant — Drive Recovery & Independence

Tennova Healthcare- Turkey Creek Medical Center; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- Turkey Creek Medical Center in Knoxville, TN is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide therapeutic services and support patient recovery. This role involves collaboration with Physical Therapists to ensure effective treatment, patient education, and maintaining accurate documentation. Applicants should have a PTA license and a commitment to patient confidentiality. The position is optimal for entry-level candidates eager to learn and grow in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required.
• Strong knowledge of therapeutic techniques, modalities, and interventions used in physical therapy.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Physical Therapist in evaluating treatment plans.
• Administers treatment methods under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Provides patient education on therapeutic exercises and techniques.

Skills

Therapeutic techniques

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration with healthcare team

Patient confidentiality

Education

PTA – Physical Therapist Assistant license

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Tennova Healthcare- Turkey Creek Medical Center in Knoxville, TN is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide therapeutic services and support patient recovery. This role involves collaboration with Physical Therapists to ensure effective treatment, patient education, and maintaining accurate documentation. Applicants should have a PTA license and a commitment to patient confidentiality. The position is optimal for entry-level candidates eager to learn and grow in a dynamic healthcare environment.