Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant - NHC HomeCare Chattanooga Physical Therapist Assistant is a skilled technical provider of physical therapy treatments and related duties working under the direction of the Physical Therapist. Qualifications Must have an Associate’s Degree from a recognized Physical Therapist Assistant Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association. Must be licensed in the state in which the assistant will be practicing. Active member of state and national Physical Therapy Associations preferred. Responsibilities Provides physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist and ordered by the physician according to policies and procedures and state/federal regulation. Assists the physical therapist with evaluation of progress toward goals. Observes records and reports to the therapist the conditions, reactions, and responses related to assigned duties. Maintains daily records of treatments. Documents progress notes regarding patients as directed by the therapist. Assists the therapist in consulting with patients, family members, and other health care professionals as appropriate. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr