Assistant-Physical Therapist
Listed on 2026-10-18
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Healthcare
Physical Therapy
Overview JOB SUMMARY
Delivers therapeutic physical therapy intervention under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Provides treatment, participates in discharge planning, and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing.
Performs other duties as assigned.
- Provides treatment under supervision of licensed physical therapist.
- Participates in discharge planning information, which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
- Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
- Contributes to the development of staff and students including the assessment of the daily workload.
- Completes assigned goals.
Minimum
Required:
Entry Level.
Minimum
Required:
Graduate from accredited PTA school
Minimum
Required:
Computer Literacy, Basic Skills.
Minimum
Required:
PTA license in the state of TN or a compact license; BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE
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