Physical Therapist Assistant

US Physical Therapy•Portland, TN

21d

About The Position

STAR Physical Therapy is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role includes delivering therapeutic interventions, documenting patient progress, communicating patient status to healthcare personnel, and educating patients and families. The assistant may also guide students and technicians and support quality assurance activities. STAR describes a mission centered on serving patients and communities through clinical excellence, personalized care, and intentional relationships.

Requirements

Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program.
Current state Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) licensure; certification and licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Tennessee are specified.
CPR certification.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively in an autonomous environment.
Basic PC skills and knowledge, including electronic medical record (EMR) systems, database software, and Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Perform therapeutic interventions 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.
Maintain technical proficiency in physical therapy principles, concepts, and techniques.

Benefits

Bonus Rewards Program.
Medical, dental, vision, and basic life/AD&D insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Health Savings Accounts.
Generous paid time off.
Six paid holidays.
401(k) matching.
Supplemental life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
Health and Wellness Program.
Gym membership discounts.
Employee Assistance Program.
Voluntary benefits, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and ID Watchdog.
Professional development and company-sponsored continuing education tracks.
New graduate mentoring program with monthly meetings and quarterly workshops.
Journal clubs.
Clinical Director Training.
Opportunities for specialization and leadership development.
Flexible scheduling.
Community engagement through volunteering, mission trips, and philanthropy.
Team events, including Fun Runs, book clubs, and Team Trivia Night.