Physical Therapist Assistant- PRN - Memphis, TN Job at Rehab America, Tipton, TN

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  • Rehab America
  • Tipton, TN

Job Description

Would you like to work with both a collaborative team and leadership that is caring, knowledgeable, and respectful? Come Grow with Us at Rehab America.

How you will make a difference in patient lives at Rehab America:

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. Primary duties include:


  • Interacting with patient and/or family by teaching use of equipment, home exercises and other techniques that will be important in-patient care after discharge from physical therapy service

  • Interacting with patient, family, and others interested in establishing follow-up care that reflects the goals of care plan established by the Physical Therapist

  • Administering 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

  • Recording patient’s reaction 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

  • Instructing and providing technical direction to Physical Therapy Assistant students, technicians and attendants in performing patient care activities

  • Counseling and teaching patient and/or family 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

Qualifications/Licensure:


  • Two (2) Years of experience working as a PTA (preferred)

  • Associates Degree from a Physical Therapy Assistant program (required)

  • Currently licensed in the state of employment as a Physical Therapy Assistant

  • Current CPR Certification

  • Current Auto liability Insurance according to Company Policy

About Rehab America

A division of Franklin, Tennessee-based American Health Partners Inc., Rehab America’s therapists employ a team-based approach to help adults recover functional abilities and independence after surgery, injury or medical crisis. Rehab America offers physical, speech and occupational therapies in partnership with skilled nursing facilities and other healthcare providers. To learn more, visit RehabAmericaInc.com .

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Our Organization 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. The Organization will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made.

This employer participates in E-verify.

Licenses & CertificationsRequired
  • Driver License
  • CPR Certification
  • Automobile Insurance
  • PTA

Job Tags

Part time, Relief, Local area,

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