Physical Therapist Assistant PTA
About The Position
NHC HomeCare Chipley is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join their team. The PTA is a skilled technical provider of physical therapy treatments and related duties, working under the direction of a Physical Therapist. National HealthCare Corporation is a nationwide innovator in quality care, aiming to provide a full range of extended care services to maximize patient well-being and independence. The company is dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach that combines compassionate care with cost-effective health care services. NHC fosters an environment of encouragement, challenge, innovation, improvement, teamwork, collaboration, honesty, and integrity, with all employees committed to the health of patients and the well-being of the communities served.
Requirements
- Must have an Associate’s Degree from a recognized Physical Therapist Assistant Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Must be licensed in the state in which the assistant will be practicing.
Nice To Haves
- Active member of state and national Physical Therapy Associations preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist and ordered by the physician according to policies and procedures and state/federal regulation.
- Assists the physical therapist with evaluation of progress toward goals.
- Observes records and reports to the therapist the conditions, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.
- Maintains daily records of treatments.
- Documents progress notes regarding patients as directed by the therapist.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
