Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA

Overview

Join to apply for the Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA role at Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance
. This position is a full-time, permanent onsite clinical role within Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance Columbia.

• Execute treatment plans established by supervising physical therapists, provide educational programs for patients, and utilize technicians to provide quality patient care by improving mobility and strength, and decreasing future injury for return to functional activities.
• Perform daily quality treatment for patients with a variety of orthopaedic conditions.
• Conduct frequent updates with physical therapists, physicians, and patients—communicating information regarding treatment, assessment, and progression of treatment for patients.
• Provide timely, thorough documentation, progress notes, and functional reports for the therapy treatment; utilize TOA’s EHR/EMR systems.
• Communicates effectively with providers, staff, patients, and families.
• Assist with objective data for patient discharge.
• Demonstrates positive engagement in providing the best customer service to patients and staff.
• Adheres to federal and state regulatory laws and rules.
• Seeks appropriate input as needed.

• Current (or pending) licensure in the State of Tennessee is required.
• Efficient and effective time management to balance patient care and documentation needs.
• CPR Certification
• Experience with varying techniques of therapeutic interventions, modalities, and manual therapies to treat patients with a variety of conditions.

• Minimum two years of experience in orthopaedics is preferred.

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k match with employee contribution and discretionary profit-sharing
• Paid Time Off (which increases with years of service)
• Paid Holidays

TOA Columbia is an equal opportunity employer. TOA Columbia conducts drug screens and background checks on applicants who accept employment offers. TOA Columbia adheres to HIPAA and OSHA safety guidelines.