PTA: Elevate Mobility in a Collaborative Rehab Team

ClearView Healthcare Management; Carthage (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith County Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to provide physical therapy under the supervision of a licensed PT. You will carry out individualized treatment plans, help residents improve strength and mobility, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver quality care.

In this role, you will supervise rehabilitation technicians, participate in case management, and ensure accurate documentation while adhering to facility guidelines and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Valid state Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic internet navigation.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and Physical Therapist.
• Assist in screening and providing input to initial evaluations as appropriate.
• Implement treatment for all assigned patients in accordance with the established plan of care.
• Comply with state and federal guidelines regarding accurate and timely documentation and billing.
• Establish and maintain effective patient-centered interactions with patients, interdisciplinary team members, and facility staff.
• Provide direct supervision to rehabilitation technicians during group and individual treatment.
• Actively integrate physical therapy services into facility and interdisciplinary treatment plans.
• Participate in utilization review, case management, care conferences, administrative meetings, and family conferences as directed by the physical therapist.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with healthcare professionals and colleagues.
• Make appropriate referrals to other members of the rehabilitation team.
• Maintain awareness of changes in patient conditions and programs and communicate patient progress and facility issues to the supervising physical therapist in a timely manner.

Skills

Clinical problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Relationship building

English language proficiency

Education

Accredited PTA program

State PTA license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smith County Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to provide physical therapy under the supervision of a licensed PT. You will carry out individualized treatment plans, help residents improve strength and mobility, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver quality care.

In this role, you will supervise rehabilitation technicians, participate in case management, and ensure accurate documentation while adhering to facility guidelines and