PTA: Skilled Nursing Therapy PRN with Growth & Benefits

Evolve-Therapy-Services; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Medical

Dental

Vision

Growth opportunities from within

Job summary

Evolve Therapy Services seeks a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to support an in-house Skilled Nursing Facility in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will deliver therapy services, conduct screenings, update treatment plans, and participate in resident education.

This PRN position offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Active PTA license in state(s) of practice.
• Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain licensure and certification.
• Assume responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to residents under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Conduct screenings of residents at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
• Identify indications for evaluations at appropriate intervals and assist in the evaluation under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist in identifying a target list, including short-term goals, long-term goals and treatment plan.
• Conduct both individual and group treatment as assigned by the Physical Therapist and outlined in treatment plan that includes areas such as muscle strength, mobility, balance, gait, and modalities.
• Assist in the selection of physical therapy techniques/media and adapt them as indicated by resident performance.
• Monitor residents’ response to intervention and consult with the Physical Therapist if modification is indicated.
• Assist in establishing and modifying individual resident schedules in conjunction with the Physical Therapist and other team members.
• Adhere to department and resident schedule and modify as appropriate for treatment regimen.
• Train resident, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of equipment.
• Participate in resident, family, and staff education.
• Maintain sound judgment in evaluation, planning, implementation, and follow-up of resident therapy programs.

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapy

Active Physical Therapy Assistant license

Job description

Evolve Therapy Services seeks a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to support an in-house Skilled Nursing Facility in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will deliver therapy services, conduct screenings, update treatment plans, and participate in resident education.

This PRN position offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team.