Physical Therapy Assistant-PTA

Job Description

Job Description

PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

➡️ Join Our Team!
Ahava Therapy Services provides Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy across a variety of care settings.
We are committed to delivering innovative, evidence-based care through teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Our mission is to maximize each patient’s potential while improving quality of life, leading the revolution in therapy services with compassion, respect, and clinical excellence.

We hire therapists who share our vision and dedication, working diligently to restore function, prevent decline, and support patients in performing meaningful daily tasks.

✅ About the Facility

Ahava Therapy Services is seeking a Full-Time PTA to join our in-house rehab team at Ahava Healthcare of Clarksville, a 122-bed skilled nursing facility offering short-term, long-term, and outpatient services.

Be part of an in-house therapy team under strong leadership where clinicians have autonomy, support, and a shared commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.

➡️ About the Location – Clarksville, TN

Clarksville is a vibrant city known for its family-friendly neighborhoods, cultural attractions, and access to parks and outdoor recreation.
With affordable living, good schools, and a welcoming community, Clarksville is an excellent place to build a career and a life.

✅ Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy to residents in accordance with treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.

• Assist the Physical Therapist with tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures.

• Observe, record, and report resident responses and conditions to the Therapist.

• Maintain daily records and document treatment and progress notes as directed.

• Assist with consultations involving family members, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.

• Support the care of therapy department equipment and participate in in-service programs and meetings.

• Access continuing education opportunities to maintain clinical competency.

• Participate in rehabilitation team conferences and other facility meetings.

• Adhere to company and facility policies, regulatory standards, and quality improvement programs.

• Perform other duties as assigned to provide quality care.

• Understand reimbursement and allocate therapy resources efficiently.

• Support the company’s mission and maintain a professional image.

• Independently perform duties and recognize situations requiring direct supervision.

• Maintain expected productivity levels.

✔️ Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

• Current license or eligible for practice under state statutes

• BLS/CPR certification (current or obtained during orientation)

• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills

➡️ Benefits

• Competitive Pay + Daily Pay Option

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Short/Long-Term Disability

• Ancillary Insurance & FSA

• PTO + Free Birthday Holiday + Holiday Bonus Pay

• Free Life Insurance & 401(k) with Company Match

• Free CEUs and Continuing Education Support

✅ Be part of something meaningful.

Join Ahava Therapy Services — where compassion meets excellence, and PTAs are empowered to make a difference every day.