A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.
Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN) Tennessee Quality Care - an Addus family company - 3.4 Clarksville, TN Job Details Full-time | PRN 13 hours ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Paid holidays Tuition reimbursement 401(k) matching Employee discount Referral program Qualifications CPR Certification Home health care assistance BLS Certification In-home healthcare experience Driver's License Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Associate's degree Full Job Description Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - PRN | Home Health - Clarksville, TN! Transform Lives—One Home Visit at a Time Are you a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) looking for a career with purpose, flexibility, and real impact? At Tennessee Quality Care, we are seeking a compassionate PTA to join our Home Health team full-time. Step beyond the traditional clinical setting and provide one-on-one care—helping patients recover, manage chronic conditions, and maintain independence in the comfort of their own homes.
We offer:
Great culture and team atmosphere Comprehensive benefits effective the first of the month 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match Generous time off accruals Paid holidays Mileage reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Program Merit Increases Employee Discount Programs Work/life balance
What You'll Do:
Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance. Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training. Administer non-complex therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water and electrical modalities to clients with relatively stable conditions Instruct, motivate and assist clients in learning and improving functional activities Observe clients progress and response to treatment and report finding to the physical therapist Assist in preparing clinical notes and progress reports documenting physical therapy treatments performed and submit them for review into the clinical record Report any changes in the client's condition to the qualified supervising Physical Therapist and Director of Nursing/ Director of Therapy. Changes in the plan of care may be made following authorization, instruction and supervision by the Physical Therapist Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate's degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc. Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of practice At least one (1) years' experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant (preferred) Complies and maintains current CPR certification. Ability to make home visits and provide nursing care in the home environment Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance Serve patients where they live. Grow your career. Be valued. Make an impact. Apply Today - Your Next Rewarding Career Starts Here!
Text to apply:
Text 11075 to 334-518-4376 Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index.
