Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

NHC Careers • Murfreesboro, TN

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About The Position

NHC HomeCare Murfreesboro is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled physical therapy treatments and related services under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The assistant provides services as directed by the therapist and ordered by a physician, in accordance with organizational policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations.

The role includes helping evaluate progress toward treatment goals, observing and reporting patient conditions and responses, maintaining daily treatment records, and documenting progress notes as directed by the therapist. NHC describes its work environment as emphasizing encouragement, challenge, innovation, teamwork, collaboration, honesty, and integrity.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from a recognized Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Must be licensed in the state where the assistant will practice.

Nice To Haves

• Active membership in state and national Physical Therapy Associations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services as directed by the Physical Therapist and ordered by the physician, following policies, procedures, and state and federal regulations.
• Assist the Physical Therapist with evaluating progress toward goals.
• Observe, record, and report patient conditions, reactions, and responses related to assigned duties.
• Maintain daily records of treatments.
• Document patient progress notes as directed by the Physical Therapist.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree