Physical Therapy Assistant Floater

Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics•Hendersonville, TN

35d

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant Floater provides direct patient care based on treatment plans established by primary Physical Therapists. The role may require working at multiple locations, including Hendersonville, Skyline, and Lebanon. The schedule is 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

Associate degree in Physical Therapy.
Current Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR), and proof of insurance for position onboarding.
May require work at multiple locations.
Annual MVR may be required under policy and procedure; background reports may be run as needed during employment.

Nice To Haves

One year of physical therapy experience.

Responsibilities

Administer physical therapy treatment programs under the supervision and direction of Physical Therapy staff.
Follow the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist for each patient.
Operate therapeutic equipment and devices as necessary.
Document care and other patient information in medical records, including history, treatment, and consultations.
Comply with department policies, procedures, and regulations related to infection control and safety precautions.
Bill patients according to proper procedures.
Serve as an educational resource for patients, families, and other members of the therapy staff.
Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
Maintain HIPAA compliance and follow applicable State Ethics laws.
Perform appropriate wound care and assessment to enhance surgical outcomes.
Provide timely and efficient documentation of patient progress.
Stay current on appropriate protocols for the patient population.