Physical Therapy Assistant - Knoxville / Roane County

Company Description

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 Packageincludes:

• Bonus Rewards Program

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life/AD&D Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Health Savings Accounts

• Generous Paid Time Off

• 6 paid holidays

• 401(k) matching

• Supplemental Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Health & Wellness Program

• Gym Membership Discounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity & ID Watchdog

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!