Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) PRN

Memorial Physician Practices; Carthage (TN); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being Programs

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Carthage, Tennessee. In this PRN role, you will implement treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and educate patients and their families. An Associate’s degree and Tennessee PTA certification are required. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and education assistance, along with opportunities for professional growth. Join us to make a meaningful impact on community health.

Qualifications

• Requires certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Tennessee.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification needed.
• Experience in patient care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising therapist.
• Monitor patient responses and communicate progress.
• Educate patients and their families about care.

Skills

Patient monitoring

Treatment plan implementation

Patient education

Education

Associate’s degree

Graduate of PT assistant program

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

PRN

Your experience matters

At Highpoint Health - Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Physical Therapist Assistant joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute

A Physical Therapist Assistant who excels in this role:

• Implement treatment plan developed by supervising therapist using appropriate modalities.
• Seeks consultation as necessary.
• Monitors patient’s responses to the treatment plan. Regularly communicates patient progress and possible goal revisions to the physical therapist.
• Documents services provided and patient response/progress.
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
• Assists with patient discharge planning. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part‑time employees.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for

Education: Associate’s degree required; graduate of a PT assistant program required.

Licenses: Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Tennessee.

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS).

Highpoint Health - Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas, formerly Riverview Regional Medical Center, Carthage General Hospital, and Smith County Memorial Hospital, offers high quality healthcare to residents of Smith and surrounding counties.

EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health - Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highpoint Health - Riverview with Ascension Saint Thomas is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.