Physical Therapy Assistant (Mt. Juliet South)

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STAR Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy Assistant (Mt. Juliet South)

Mt. Juliet, TN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    • 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.
    • Must have certification and licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of employment.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
    • New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply
    • 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

    Additional Information

    Entire benefits package includes:

    • 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
    • Previous courses hosted by Adriaan Louw, Kevin Wilk, and many more
    • New graduate mentoring program with monthly meetings and quarterly workshops
    • Journal Clubs
    • Clinical Director Training
    • Opportunities for specialization and leadership development

    Work Life Balance

    • 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

    Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive