<p>Assists a Physical Therapist with a patient's rehabilitative activities to help reduce pain and improve mobility.</p> <p>Reports to: Director Rehab Services or Director of Inpatient Rehab Services</p> <p>Supports therapist in assessing the condition of patients, planning treatment programs, preparing treatment schedules and keeping records on the progress of treatment.</p> <p>Drag Edit Delete</p> <p>Assists with therapeutic procedures or administering procedures under a therapist's supervision.</p> <p>Drag Edit Delete</p> <p>Assists in exercise instruction and demonstration, patient evaluation and testing.</p> <p>Minimum Education</p> <p>Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant - Required</p> <p>Drag Edit Delete</p> <p>Required Skills</p> <p>Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.</p> <p>Drag Edit Delete</p> <p>Required Skills</p> <p>Certifications:</p> <p>BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required within 30 days of hire, if not current upon hire.</p> <p>Drag Edit Delete</p> <p>Required Skills</p> <p>Licenses: State of Tennessee Physical Therapy Assistant Licensure</p> <p>Drag Edit Delete</p> <p>Minimum Work Experience</p> <p>One year experience as Physical Therapy Assistant - Preferred</p> <p>Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran</p>