Physical Therapy Assistant

STAR Physical Therapy • Portland, TN

12h • Onsite

About The Position

STAR Physical Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join their team. The role involves performing therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, documenting patient progress, communicating with healthcare personnel, instructing patients and families, guiding students and technicians, and assisting with quality assurance. The position requires technical proficiency in physical therapy principles and concepts.

Requirements

• Must have certification and licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of employment.
• Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
• Current state licensure
• CPR certification
• Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment
• Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office

Nice To Haves

• New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Perform therapeutic interventions for patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, including modality treatments, therapeutic exercises, gait training, neuromuscular re-education, manual therapy, ADL training, and wound dressing.
• Record patient progress and response to treatment in medical charts.
• Report patient status to physicians and healthcare personnel; measure range of motion, strength, and vital signs as needed.
• Instruct patients and families on assistive devices and home exercise techniques.
• Provide guidance to Physical Therapist Assistant students and technicians.
• Assist in quality assurance programs as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Ensure technical proficiency in physical therapy principles, concepts, and techniques.

Benefits

• Bonus Rewards Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 6 paid holidays
• 401(k) matching
• Supplemental Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health & Wellness Program
• Gym Membership Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity & ID Watchdog)
• Professional Development
• Over 10 company-sponsored continuing education tracks to choose from, including Manual Therapy Education
• New graduate mentoring program with monthly meetings and quarterly workshops
• Journal Clubs
• Clinical Director Training
• Opportunities for specialization and leadership development
• Flexible Scheduling
• Community engagement through volunteering, mission trips, and philanthropy
• Team events including Fun Runs, Book clubs and Team Trivia Night
• Partnerships with local high school athletic teams

What This Job Offers

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