Physical Therapist Assistant

2 days ago

Cookeville, Tennessee, United States Rehab America Full time
About Rehab America

Rehab America is a leading provider of physical, speech, and occupational therapies in partnership with skilled nursing facilities and other healthcare providers. As a division of American Health Partners Inc., we offer a team-based approach to help adults recover functional abilities and independence after surgery, injury, or medical crisis.

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for performing various physical therapeutic treatments for patients with injuries or disabilities that have been evaluated and have had a plan of care developed by a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant is under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist.

Key Responsibilities
  • Interact with patients and families by teaching the use of equipment, home exercises, and other techniques that will be important in patient care after discharge from physical therapy services.
  • Interact with patients, families, and others interested in establishing follow-up care that reflects the goals of the care plan established by the Physical Therapist.
  • Administer treatment programs to assigned patients, including modality treatments, therapeutic exercises, hydrotherapy, gait training, wound dressing, etc., in accordance with the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist.
  • Record patients' reactions to treatment and progress in the patient care plan on the patient's medical record; daily notes and/or weekly notes must be completed and filed in the patient's medical record in the manner outlined in the policy and procedure manual.
  • Instruct and provide technical direction to Physical Therapy Assistant students, technicians, and attendants in performing patient care activities.
  • Counsel and teach patients and/or families in the use of assistive devices and exercise techniques to be performed at home in accordance with the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist.
Requirements
  • Two (2) years of experience working as a PTA is preferred.
  • Associates Degree from a Physical Therapy Assistant program is required.
  • Currently licensed in the state of employment as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
  • Current CPR Certification.
  • Current State of Tennessee Driver's license.
  • Current Auto liability Insurance according to Company Policy.
Additional Requirements
  • Position may require unscheduled overtime, weekend work.
  • Must be willing and able to work flexible hours.
  • Travel required.
  • Must have reliable transportation.
Physical Requirements
  • Job will require frequent lifting of objects up to 40 pounds.

Rehab America is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws.

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