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Physical Therapist Assistant

STAR Physical Therapy
Cookeville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 12/12/2025 CLOSED ON 1/12/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant position at STAR Physical Therapy?

Company Description

Founded in 1997, STAR Physical Therapy has grown from a single clinic to over 70 locations across Tennessee, Arkansas, and Missouri. Our mission remains unchanged: To Serve. While we have grown, one thing that has not changed is our commitment to our patients, communities, and employees.

 We Are Committed To

  • Delivering industry-leading physical therapy, sports medicine, and industrial rehabilitation care
  • Developing "Great Mechanics Of The Human Body" through our top-notch clinical education program
  • Supporting clinicians with comprehensive mentorship and professional development opportunities

Our Mission

At STAR Physical Therapy, we exist to serve. We strive to make a difference in the health and well-being of our patients through clinical excellence and personalized care. Through servant leadership and intentional relationships, we commit to creating a family culture where we use our time, talents, and resources to care for our patients, our communities, and one another.

Job Description

STAR Physical Therapy is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic individual with a commitment to excellence to join our team as a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant in outpatient orthopedic clinic in Cookeville, TN. We commit to a culture where we use our time, talents and resources to care for our patients, our communities and one another.

Duties Include

  • 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.
  • Must have certification and licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of employment.

Qualifications

  • Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
  • New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply
  • Current state licensure
  • CPR certification
  • Ability to work efficiently/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

Additional Information

Entire benefits package equivalent to OVER $20 000 and includes:

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 6 additional paid holidays
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus Rewards Program
  • Continuing Education

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