JOB SUMMARY Delivers therapeutic physical therapy intervention under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Provides treatment, participates in discharge planning, and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Performs other duties as assigned. RESPONSIBILITIES • Provides treatment under supervision of licensed physical therapist. • Participates in discharge planning information, which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources. • Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery. • Contributes to the development of staff and students including the assessment of the daily workload. • Completes assigned goals. SPECIFICATIONS Experience Minimum Required: Entry Level. Education: Minimum Required: Graduate from accredited PTA school Special Skills Minimum Required: Computer Literacy, Basic Skills. Licensure Minimum Required: PTA license in the state of TN or a compact license; BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE