Physical Therapy Assistant, Outpatient Rehab, Point Meadows Clinic

BHS; Berlin; On-site; EUR 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $3,000

Job summary

Baptist Health in Jacksonville, FL is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant for our Outpatient Rehab Department. This full-time position at the Baptist Seven Pines Clinic operates on weekdays with no weekend requirements.

The outpatient caseload includes orthopedic and general medical diagnoses, ideal for candidates with outpatient experience. Under the supervision of a licensed PT, you will provide PT services to improve function and prevent disability, participate in department operations, and

Qualifications

• Associate degree (or higher) in Physical Therapy Assistant
• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (FL Department of Health) Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Required

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy services to patients, as prescribed by the attending physician, in order to help improve or restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability.
• Participates in departmental operations and in performance improvement activities.
• Responsible for remaining within budget guidelines.
• Participate in mandatory education and licensure requirements.

Education

Associate degree (or higher) in Physical Therapy Assistant

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (FL Department of Health) Required

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Required

Job description

About Baptist Health
Recognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years. We’re Jacksonville’s only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children’s Hospital.

Up to $3,000 Sign on Bonus

Baptist Medical Center is looking to add a Physical Therapy Assistant to our Outpatient Rehab Department in Jacksonville, FL. This is a full-time position at our Baptist Seven Pines Clinic, working weekdays. No weekend requirements.

We are looking to add a Physical Therapy Assistant to our adult outpatient team. Caseload includes various diagnoses - orthopedic and general medical. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience in treating patients in an outpatient setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy services to patients, as prescribed by the attending physician, in order to help improve or restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability.

• Participates in departmental operations and in performance improvement activities.

• Responsible for remaining within budget guidelines.

• Participate in mandatory education and licensure requirements.

Education & Credential Requirements:

• Associate degree (or higher) in Physical Therapy Assistant Required

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant from FL Department of Health Required

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association Required

Baptist Jacksonville is a Magnet™ designated hospital, the gold standard for excellence in patient care. We serve families throughout the area with high-quality, comprehensive care for every stage of life.

At Baptist Health, we provide an exceptional employment experience where team members can bring their authentic selves and belong to a larger purpose together. By fostering connections with our team members and our community, we offer a fulfilling and personal career.

When you join Baptist, it’s more than just a job. You will find a profound sense of purpose and belonging as you embark on a career that truly changes lives. Baptist provides the support and resources you need to build the career you want as you contribute to the greater good.

Primary Location:

Point Meadows Rehabilitation