Physical Therapist Assistant - Rehab
Full Time
Days

$10,000 STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENTS

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, at Tennova Clarksville, you’ll play a vital role in doing what you do best - providing quality care to our patients. Our PTA Staff enjoy a robust benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), flexible scheduling, 100% licensure/certification reimbursement, Tuition Reimbursement, and up to $10K for student loan payments.

About the Job:

The Physical Therapist Assistant functions under the general supervision of the Director of Rehabilitation Services and under the direct supervision of the therapist responsible for a specific patient's care. The Physical Therapist Assistant assumes responsibility and accountability for providing physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by a treatment plan established by a Physical Therapist and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies while maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care. The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy interventions; provides patient and family teaching; and works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional physical therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork. These functions are carried out according to hospital policy in accordance with the mission and vision of the hospital and consistent with the philosophy of the department.

Education / License / Certification:

• Associate's degree: physical therapy assistant required
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Tennessee
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR Certification

Experience / Skills:

• One year of experience in the care of patients in an acute hospital, outpatient, or acute rehab setting preferred
• Good general health and stress coping ability required
• Must have ability to stand, walk, full mobility and the ability to participate in vigorous activity
• Position requires ability to clearly and effectively communicate

We know it’s not just about finding a job. It’s about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

Tennova Clarksville is a 270 bed, full service, outstanding, acute care medical facility with a 24/7 emergency room, 24/7 laboratory, and 24/7 respiratory services. Tennova Clarksville has been designated as an Accredited Chest Pain Center, a Blue Distinction® Center for Maternity Care, a Wound Care Center of Distinction, and earned the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission. We are proud to feature services in cardiology, emergency medicine, family practice, gastroenterology, general surgery, infectious disease, inpatient rehabilitation center, internal medicine, neonatology, nephrology, neurology, obstetrics/gynecology, oncology, oral/maxillofacial surgery, orthopedics/surgery, otolaryngology, outpatient rehabilitation, pediatrics, plastic surgery, podiatry, pulmonology, radiology, urology, vascular surgery and wound care.