PTA: Impactful Therapy Career with Mentorship

U.S. Physical Therapy; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Rewards Program

Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Paid Time Off

6 paid holidays

401(k) matching

Disability Insurance (Short & Long)

Health & Wellness Program

Gym Membership Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

STAR Physical Therapy in Tennessee is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team and support patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will perform treatment interventions, document progress, and collaborate with clinicians to ensure high-quality care.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. The role emphasizes autonomous work, ongoing development, and participation in mentorship and clinical education programs offered by the company.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program.
• New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Current TN licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA).
• CPR certification.
• Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment.
• Basic PC skills including EMR, database software, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform therapeutic interventions for patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, including modality treatments, therapeutic exercises, gait training, neuromuscular re-education, manual therapy, ADL training, and wound dressing.
• Record patient progress and response to treatment in medical charts.
• Report patient status to physicians and healthcare personnel; measure range of motion, strength, and vital signs as needed.
• Instruct patients and families on assistive devices and home exercise techniques.
• Provide guidance to Physical Therapist Assistant students and technicians.
• Assist in quality assurance programs as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Ensure technical proficiency in physical therapy principles, concepts, and techniques.

Skills

Autonomy

EMR proficiency

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

TN PTA licensure

CPR certification

Tools

EMR system

Database software

MS Office

Job description

STAR Physical Therapy in Tennessee is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team and support patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will perform treatment interventions, document progress, and collaborate with clinicians to ensure high-quality care.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. The role emphasizes autonomous work, ongoing development, and participation in mentorship and clinical education programs offered by the company.