Part Time PTA

About the role

Founded in 1997, STAR Physical Therapy has grown from a single clinic to over 70 locations across Tennessee, Arkansas, and Missouri. The mission remains unchanged: To Serve. The company is committed to delivering industry-leading physical therapy, sports medicine, and industrial rehabilitation care; developing "Great Mechanics Of The Human Body" through a top-notch clinical education program; and supporting clinicians with comprehensive mentorship and professional development opportunities.

At STAR Physical Therapy, the team exists to serve, striving to make a difference in the health and well-being of patients through clinical excellence and personalized care. Through servant leadership and intentional relationships, they commit to creating a family culture where time, talents, and resources are used to care for patients, communities, and one another.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program.
• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of employment.
• CPR certification.
• Ability to work efficiently and 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.
• New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

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.