Physical Therapist Assistant

STAR Physical Therapy•Cookeville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

STAR Physical Therapy is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic individual with a commitment to excellence to join our team as a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant in outpatient orthopedic clinic in Cookeville, TN . We commit to a culture where we use our time, talents and resources to care for our patients, our communities and one another.

Requirements

Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply
Current state licensure
CPR certification
Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment
Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, 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.
Must have certification and licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of employment.