Physical Therapist Assistant

Pittman Physical Therapy, LLC•Germantown, TN

2h•$50,000 - $65,000

About The Position

We are looking for an enthusiastic, educated, and licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients improve their mobility and move forward. The Physical Therapist Assistant works closely with and under the direction of a doctor of physical therapy, treating patients with medical problems or other conditions that limit their ability to move or perform functional activities.

Requirements

Proven working experience as a physical therapist assistant.
Excellent knowledge of physiology, best practices, and standards.
Hands-on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training, and physical modalities.
Ability to communicate and instruct effectively.
Healthcare administration and documentation skills.
License to practice or relevant certification.
Associate degree as a PTA.

Nice To Haves

One year of physical therapy assistant experience.
CPR certification.
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant.

Responsibilities

Implement selected components of care and interventions in a technically competent manner.
Instruct and counsel patients effectively in exercises.
Identify patients’ needs and exhibit compassion, caring, and empathy for individual differences.
Recommend options, courses of action, or modifications to selected treatments to ensure patients’ progress, safety, and comfort.
Apply the latest research related to restoring function, reducing symptom frequency, and preventing injury.
Complete documentation to support the delivery of physical therapy services.
Perform selected data collection and obtain accurate information.
Measure performance and report on the patient’s medical record.
Participate in patient status judgments.
Participate in various weekly meetings.
Adhere to ethical and legal standards.
Ensure continued competence and updated field knowledge.