Links Healthcare·Memphis, Tennessee
The Physical Therapy Assistant supports Physical Therapists by administering therapeutic exercises, massages, and modality treatments to patients. They are also responsible for instructing caregivers and fitting patients with orthopedic braces and supportive devices.
Applingwood Post Acute is a senior care facility located in Cordova, Tennessee, that specializes in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services. It has 78 beds that offers both private and semi-private rooms and provides a range of amenities designed to ensure comfort and community for residents.
Why Join us?
At Applingwood Post Acute, we are more than a healthcare facility – we are a family committed to delivering compassionate care and fostering a supportive environment for both our residents and team members. Our team takes pride in providing exceptional services and building meaningful relationships.
Whether you are a seasoned professional or looking to grow your career in healthcare, Applingwood offers the opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic and welcoming workplace. Join us in shaping the future of care – one resident, one family, one community at a time.
Join Our Team as a Physical Therapy Assistant!
Are you a passionate Physical Therapy Assistant looking to elevate patient care? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our dynamic rehabilitation team. In this role, you'll help Physical Therapists provide physical therapy treatments and procedures, advocating for patient recovery and contributing to our high-quality standards.
Key responsibilities
Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients as they practice exercises or functional activities.
Observe patients during treatments to evaluate data and provide results to the physical therapist.
Confer with physical therapy staff to discuss and evaluate patient information for coordinating treatment.
Communicate with and instruct caregivers and family members on patient therapeutic activities.
Transport patients to and from treatment areas, lifting and transferring according to positioning requirements.
Administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, massage, and modality treatments.
Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices.
Associate’s degree or certification from an approved physical therapy program.
Skills: Excellent customer service, patient care skills, and basic understanding of medical terminology.
Experience: Clinical experience included in course study; long-term care experience preferred.
Physical
Readiness: Ability to meet physical demands including lifting, positioning, and prolonged standing.
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
Candidates must hold an associate's degree or certification from an approved physical therapy program. Clinical experience is required, and experience in long-term care is preferred.
Market context
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