Physical Therapist Assistant
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- Full-Time
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Job Description
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Signing bonus
- Benefits/Perks
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid Time Off
- Career Growth Opportunities
Job Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic educated and licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients improve their mobility and move forward. You will work closely and under the direction of the doctor of physical therapy, treating patients with medical problems or other conditions that limit their ability to move or perform functional activities.
Responsibilities
- Implement selected components of care and interventions in a technically competent manner
- Instruct and counsel patients effectively in exercises
- Identify patient’s needs and exhibit compassion, caring, and empathy for individual differences
Recommend options, courses of action, or modifications in selected treatments ensure the patient’s progress, safety, and comfort
- Apply the latest research related to restoring function, reducing symptoms frequency, and preventing injury
- Complete documentation to support the delivery of physical therapy services
- Perform selected data collection and obtain accurate information
- Measure performance and report on patient’s medical record
- Participate in patient status judgments
- Participate in various weekly meetings
- Adhere to ethical and legal standards
- Ensure continued competence and updated field knowledge
Qualifications
- Proven working experience as a physical therapist assistant
- Excellent knowledge of physiology best practices and standards
- Hands-on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training, and physical modalities
- Ability to communicate and instruct effectively
- Healthcare administration and documentation skills
- License to practice or relevant certification
- Associate degree as a PTA
- Physical Therapy Assistant Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant
Certifications
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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