Physical Therapist Assistant

Ahava Therapy Services • Greeneville, TN

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Ahava Therapy Services provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy in a variety of care settings. The company emphasizes innovative, evidence-based care, teamwork, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with a mission to maximize patients’ potential and improve quality of life through compassionate, respectful, and clinically excellent therapy.

This position is at Laughlin Healthcare Center, a 90-bed skilled nursing facility in Greeneville, Tennessee, providing short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The successful candidate will join an in-house rehabilitation team and provide physical therapy to residents in accordance with treatment plans developed by a Physical Therapist. The setting offers therapists autonomy, ongoing learning opportunities, and a collaborative clinical environment focused on patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current license or eligibility to practice under state statutes.
• Current BLS/CPR certification, or obtain certification during orientation.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy to residents according to treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist with tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures.
• Observe, record, and report resident responses and conditions to the Therapist.
• Maintain daily records and document treatment and progress notes as directed.
• Assist with consultations involving family members, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Support the care of therapy department equipment and participate in in-service programs and meetings.
• Access continuing education opportunities to maintain clinical competency.
• Participate in rehabilitation team conferences and other facility meetings.
• Follow company and facility policies, regulatory standards, and quality improvement programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned to provide quality care.
• Understand reimbursement and allocate therapy resources efficiently.
• Support the company’s mission and maintain a professional image.
• Perform duties independently and recognize situations requiring direct supervision.
• Maintain expected productivity levels.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree