Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant

Company Description

Founded in 1997, STAR Physical Therapy has grown from a single clinic to over 70 locations across Tennessee, Arkansas, and Missouri. Our mission remains unchanged : To Serve. While we have grown, one thing that has not changed is our commitment to our patients, communities, and employees.

We are committed to :

• Delivering industry-leading physical therapy, sports medicine, and industrial rehabilitation care
• Developing "Great Mechanics Of The Human Body" through our top-notch clinical education program
• Supporting clinicians with comprehensive mentorship and professional development opportunities

Our Mission :

At STAR Physical Therapy, we exist to serve. We strive to make a difference in the health and well-being of our patients through clinical excellence and personalized care. Through servant leadership and intentional relationships, we commit to creating a family culture where we use our time, talents, and resources to care for our patients, our communities, and one another.

Job Description

Perform therapeutic interventions for patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, including modality treatments, therapeutic exercises, gait training, neuromuscular re-education, manual therapy, ADL training, and wound dressing.

Record patient progress and response to treatment in medical charts.

Report patient status to physicians and healthcare personnel; measure range of motion, strength, and vital signs as needed.

Instruct patients and families on assistive devices and home exercise techniques.

Provide guidance to Physical Therapist Assistant students and technicians.

Assist in quality assurance programs as directed by the Physical Therapist.

Ensure technical proficiency in physical therapy principles, concepts, and techniques.

Must have certification and licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of employment.

Qualifications

Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program

New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply

Current state licensure

CPR certification

Ability to work efficiently / effectively in an autonomous environment

Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office

Additional Information

Benefits Package includes :

Professional Development

Over 10 company-sponsored continuing education tracks to choose from, including Manual Therapy Education

Previous courses hosted by Adriaan Louw, Kevin Wilk, and many more

New graduate mentoring program with monthly meetings and quarterly workshops

Journal Clubs

Clinical Director Training

Opportunities for specialization and leadership development

Work Life Balance

Flexible Scheduling

Community engagement through volunteering, mission trips, and philanthropy

Team events including Fun Runs, Book clubs and Team Trivia Night

Partnerships with local high school athletic teams

Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive!