Assistant-Physical Therapist

Baptist • Huntingdon, TN

14d

About The Position

Delivers therapeutic physical therapy intervention under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist and according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Provides treatment, participates in discharge planning, and communicates findings and progress in accordance with professional licensure or certification, scope of practice, and departmental and discipline policies and procedures. May supervise clinical students and support staff, including certified or licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Entry-level experience.
• Basic skills.
• Computer literacy.
• PTA licensure.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides treatment under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
• Participates in discharge planning, including patient and family education, follow-up, and referrals to community resources.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Contributes to the development of staff and students, including assessment of the daily workload.
• Completes assigned goals.
• May supervise clinical students and support staff, including certified or licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
• Communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure or certification, scope of practice, and applicable policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed