Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

AdamsPlace • Murfreesboro, TN

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About The Position

NHC HomeCare Murfreesboro is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled technical physical therapy treatments and related duties under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The role provides therapy services as directed by the therapist and ordered by a physician, in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and state and federal regulations. The assistant also supports evaluation of patient progress, observes and reports patient conditions and responses, and maintains treatment records and progress notes.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree from a recognized Physical Therapist Assistant Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Licensed in the state in which the assistant will be practicing.

Nice To Haves

• Active membership in state and national Physical Therapy Associations.

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 to the therapist conditions, reactions, and responses related to assigned duties.
• Maintain daily records of treatments.
• Document patient progress notes as directed by the therapist.

What This Job Offers

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