Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
Location: APPLINGWOOD POST ACUTE, Cordova, TN, US
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Per Diem

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.

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.

What We Are Looking For

• Education: 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.