Physical Therapy Assistant

About the Company

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance (TOA) is the largest orthopaedic surgery group in Tennessee, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders and injuries. With over 90 years of service, TOA operates 20+ locations across the state and is recognized as an employer of choice for its stability, impact, positive work environment, and comprehensive total rewards.

About the Role

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) plays an essential role in TOA’s Physical Therapy program, working directly with a diverse group of physicians to treat patients of varying ages, medical conditions, and functional levels. This position upholds TOA’s high standards of patient satisfaction, teamwork, and excellent care.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality daily treatments for patients with a variety of orthopaedic conditions.
• Assess and observe patients' abilities and tolerance to treatment to assist the supervising physical therapist in developing treatment plans.
• Communicate frequently with physical therapists, physicians, and patients regarding treatment, assessments, and progression.
• Assist the physical therapist in accommodating patient needs for scheduling and treatment.
• Provide timely, thorough documentation, progress notes, and functional reports required by insurance providers.
• Complete accurate charging for services and supplies, ensuring alignment with documentation.
• Adhere to federal and state regulatory laws, service guidelines, and accepted practices to ensure optimal care.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Must possess or be eligible for State of Tennessee licensure in the discipline and hold current CPR certification.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for interacting with patients, physicians, and supervising physical therapists.
• Efficient time management to balance patient care and documentation needs.
• Ability to adapt to varying treatment plans and techniques from different supervising physical therapists.
• Experience in assessing and progressing treatment plans under the guidance of supervising physical therapists.
• Familiarity with a variety of orthopaedic conditions, surgical procedures, and appropriate treatment protocols.
• Experience with therapeutic interventions, modalities, and manual therapies for diverse patient conditions.

Skills

• Caring, compassionate, and determined approach to patient care.
• Independent and collaborative team player.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 401(k) plan with company match, safe harbor match, and profit-sharing match.