Physical Therapist Assistant - NHC HomeCare Knoxville at National HealthCare Corporation in Knoxville, Tennessee

Job Description:

Physical Therapist Assistant for NHC HomeCare Knoxville

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Definition: 

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:

1. Must have an Associate’s Degree from a recognized Physical Therapist Assistant Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.


2. Must be licensed in the state in which the assistant will be practicing.


3. Active member of state and national Physical Therapy Associations preferred.

Performance Requirements:

1. Able to transfer, lift and guard patients safely with appropriate assistance.


2. Able to bend, stoop, squat and lift numerous times daily (70 – 80 lbs) in the care of patients and use of equipment.


3. Able to carry out fine motor skills with manual dexterity.


4. Mental acuity, judgment and skills to adequately and safely perform job requirements.


5. Able to see and hear adequately in order to respond to auditory and visual needs and clinical indications of the patients.


6. Able to learn, absorb and apply professional training.


7. Able to speak in a clear, concise voice in order to communicate adequately.


8. Able to read, write and edit documentation.


9. Must have reliable personal transportation.

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Provides physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist and ordered by the physician according to policies and procedures and state/federal regulation.


2. Assists the physical therapist with evaluation of progress toward goals.


3. Observes records and reports to the therapist the conditions, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.


4. Maintains daily records of treatments. Documents progress notes regarding patients as directed by the therapist.


5. Assists the therapist in consulting with patients, family members and other health care professionals as appropriate.


6. Assists the physical therapist with inservice programs and other meetings as assigned by the physical therapist.


7. Contributes to physical therapy related CQI, as requested.


8. Participates in interdisciplinary conferences to maintain continuity of patient care.


9. May serve as Advisory Board member as requested by the Administrator/Director.

National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality care. Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of patients of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services.

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 and find out more about us at nhccare.com/locations/homecare-knoxville/

We look forward to talking with you!!

 

EOE

Therapy/Rehab

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