Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant The 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 froma 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. Job Highlights: 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. The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge... innovation and improvement... teamwork and collaboration... and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve. If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, please apply today. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.