Physical Therapist Assistant
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Physical Therapist Assistant ProgressiveHealth LLC Clarksville TN
A unique opportunity for an energetic and resultsdriven Physical Therapist Assistant to provide injury prevention services onsite for a large manufacturing facility in Clarksville TN! We strive to increase the industrial athletes ability to perform their job duties safely and decrease the risk of injury through intervention at the early onset of discomfort in a dynamic work environment. Come be a part of a growing organization in a progressive supportive and innovative team!
What will you be doing in this role
- Providing proactive injury prevention early symptom intervention and first aid injury care as defined by OSHA standards including ergonomic postural/body mechanic education and/or escalation of medical care if needed
- Providing ergonomic assessments and support by understanding the site operations job processes and physical demands to make ergonomic recommendations to prevent more serious musculoskeletal conditions from occurring
- Working one on one with manufacturing employees to assess the risk of injury perform posture coaching selfcare implementation and overall wellness promotion.
- Assisting Safety Department Medical Staff and Production team to assess risks and determine ergonomic solutions regarding countermeasures process/element changes body postures and team member development.
- Assist onsite Medical staff with Work Compensation injuries following established policies and procedures in regards to first aid documentation referrals and followup interactions.
- Ensuring the work environment allows employees to maximize their comfort safety and productivity.
- Working with Safety and Health Department to implement and enforce standards.
- Facilitate restrictions and return to work processes with all involved parties
- Keeping accurate detailed documentation with efficiency while being able to provide feedback to the industrial athlete and client for continuous health improvements
- Understanding and providing reports with key metrics to leadership client partners and operations management
This does not necessarily list all responsibilities duties requirements or efforts associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job the company reserves the right to review and modify the functions duties and requirements of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as circumstances or business needs require.
Our ideal candidate will have:
- A background in Physical Therapy Assisting Athletic Training Kinesiology Exercise Science Exercise Physiology Kinesiology Health & Wellness Health Promotion Human Performance Public Health Physical Education Fitness Personal Training or Athletics
- The required state licensure certification and registration that is in good standing with the state or the ability to obtain the required state licensure
- CPR/AED & First Aid certification or the ability to obtain it prior to the start of employment; maintain and provide proof of current certification(s)
- Basic knowledge of workers compensation and OSHA regulations preferred
- The ability to stand walk and sit throughout the entire assigned shift
- Previous ergonomic and/or occupational health experience is a plus
- A high degree of professionalism in both written and verbal communication
- The ability to work both independently and in a team environment without constant supervision
- Be able to maintain confidentiality
- Strong computer skills including proficiency with databases and with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook Word PowerPoint and Excel
What you get from us:
- Opportunity for important work/life balance
- Paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
- A robust benefits package: medical (HSA/FSA availability) dental vision and supplemental insurance options
- Health improvement plan opportunities to lower premium costs
- Companysponsored basic life/AD&D insurance and longterm disability insurance
- 401(k) & ROTH 401(k) savings plans company match with autoenrollment after probationary period
- Continuing education assistance
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
About ProgressiveHealth:
ProgressiveHealth is the premier provider of a broad spectrum of occupational and nonoccupational health services including onsite medical injury prevention health improvement rehabilitation management solutions and more! We are dedicated to delivering superior care and improving both patient and client outcomes. With over 1000 employees supporting operations across the United States and in Canada ProgressiveHealth continues to expand the number of client partners it serves and the lives it impacts.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment Type
Full-Time
