PTA: Impactful Physical Therapy Assistant — Tuition Support

Memorial Physician Practices; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas, formerly Sumner Regional Medical Center, is a 167‑bed Level III Trauma Center serving Gallatin and surrounding areas. A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) joiner will deliver therapy services under supervising PT to help patients develop, recover, and maintain mobility.

The role requires an Associate's degree and KY PTA license, plus BLS certification. This PRN position offers opportunities for ongoing learning, career growth, and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; graduate of a program in discipline required.
• License: Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of KY.
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Implements 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 program.

Education

Associate's degree

Program in Discipline graduate

Job description

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas, formerly Sumner Regional Medical Center, is a 167‑bed Level III Trauma Center serving Gallatin and surrounding areas. A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) joiner will deliver therapy services under supervising PT to help patients develop, recover, and maintain mobility.

The role requires an Associate's degree and KY PTA license, plus BLS certification. This PRN position offers opportunities for ongoing learning, career growth, and