Physical Therapist Assistant - Full Time Days - Franklin West Clinic

Williamson Health
| Antioch, TN

$30.83 per hour |

FULL_TIME |

May 7^th, 2025

Williamson Health
Antioch, TN
$30.83 per hour
FULL_TIME
May 7^th, 2025

Summary

Located in Franklin, Tennessee, Williamson Health is one of the Souths most exceptional health care systems with a 203 bed hospital (Williamson Medical Center), over 40 providers at our Williamson Health Medical Group locations, the Bone Joint Institute and the Monroe Carell Junior Childrens Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center. Williamson Health offers comprehensive in-patient and out-patient services. We have more than 825 providers representing over 70 medical specialties and sub-specialties.

Williamson Health is a system where your talents will be valued and your skillset expanded. We are rooted in our promise to world-class, compassionate care for the residents of Williamson County and surrounding communities, taking exceptional pride in serving our community. Were committed to empowering our employees to work in innovative ways and reserve time and space for curiosity, laughter and creativity. We value and support the diversity and cultural differences among one another and are committed to upholding an inclusive environment that appreciates the uniqueness of all individuals. Our values are at the heart of everything we do: respect for every individual, the health and total well-being of all people, human compassion and integrity. These shape who we are as an organization and are essential for delivering the highest level of culturally competent care and treatment of every patient, family member, visitor, physician and employee.

Williamson Health is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program, that offers you choice and flexibility, so you can take charge of your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
o Medical, Dental, Vision
o PTO
o Retirement Matching
o Tuition reimbursement
o Discount programs
o FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts)
o Identity Theft Protection
o Legal Aid

Williamson Health is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Bone and Joint Rehabilitation Services (BJRS) Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is responsible for conducting Physical Therapy interventions to reduce pain, restore function, promote mobility, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or accident. The BJRS PTA works in a collaborative model with the physical therapist (PT) to provide high quality healthcare through instruction and motivation, patient education, and progression of patient rehabilitation towards their established short/long term patient centered goals that fall within the scope of PTA practice. In addition, PTAs roles are to promote fitness and wellness oriented programs to promote health following discharge from skilled therapy. PTAs are expected to conduct all interventions and communication with compassion, patient centric mindset, knowledge of current/emerging evidence based techniques and technologies, all the while being cognizant of cost-effectiveness and ethical / legal guidelines.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education / Training:

Graduate of an accredited PTA Program.
Current / active license in the state of Tennessee.
Prior experience in outpatient and / or sports medicine PT

Workplace Experience: Patient Care Delivery Demonstrate ability to deliver positive and professional communication within the workplace Equipment and Skills Training: Able to work within the companies EMR system with accuracy and efficiency. Able to work standard PC/fax, adjust necessary exercise equipment for patient care activity. Able to provide clear, skilled documentation for accurate, timely and detailed charting and billing processes. Able to work well under pressure and function independently and as part of the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee (BJIT) team of physicians, physician assistants, medical assistants, nurse practitioners, technicians, athletic trainers and physical / occupational therapists. Able to apply PTA knowledge safely and effectively to daily patient care. Able to safely apply physical agents required and recommended by POC. Physical Environment: Out-patient rehabilitation care in multidisciplinary team rehabilitation setting May be exposed to risk of blood-borne pathogens/diseases. Physical Effort: Able to communicate clearly in English written and verbally. Prolonged standing, walking for length of work shift. Frequently lifts, positions, transfers, and pushes patients. Frequently moves supplies and equipment requiring moderate physical effort (lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs.). Manual dexterity and mobility. Frequent reaching, bending, kneeling, and crouching. Occasionally removes or replaces supplies or equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. from locations at or above shoulder level. Lift and / or carry patients with necessary assistance / assistive devices in case of emergency evacuation. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Implements treatment plans established by supervising Physical Therapist based on standards of practice using an interdisciplinary approach with patients, families, and staff.
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to apply therapeutic principles and practices consistent with standards established by the American Physical Therapy Association.
Progresses patients through levels of treatment effectively and safely under supervision and guidance of Physical Therapist.
Consults with supervising physical therapist and other staff members to coordinate physical therapy with other therapeutic activities.
Provides input to the Physical Therapist regarding patients progress on an ongoing basis, but at least weekly.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate with patients and families in establishing favorable attitudes and motivation toward the rehabilitation process.
Participates in the orientation and skill development of new team members and students.
Performs timely, thorough, and complete documentation of patients' care.
Maintains work areas and personal appearance in a way that reflects professionalism and demonstrates cleanliness, orderliness, and safety.
Participates in activities that improve department effectiveness, processes, communication, and/or image in the organization.
Manages time and caseloads effectively

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