Acute Care PTA - Rehab Team (PRN Pool)

Baycare; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

BayCare is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support the Mease Dunedin Hospital acute care rehabilitation team. The PTA Pool/PRN role will assist Physical Therapists in delivering evidence-based interventions to help patients regain mobility and independence.

Responsibilities include implementing plans, providing therapeutic exercises, documenting progress, and educating patients and families.

Qualifications

• Experience in acute care or hospital setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional mobility interventions.
• Monitor and document patient progress, reporting changes to the supervising therapist.
• Educate patients and families on exercises and techniques to support recovery.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and occupational therapists.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during therapy sessions.

Skills

Acute care experience

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy

1 year PTA experience (preferred)

Job description

BayCare is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support the Mease Dunedin Hospital acute care rehabilitation team. The PTA Pool/PRN role will assist Physical Therapists in delivering evidence-based interventions to help patients regain mobility and independence.

Responsibilities include implementing plans, providing therapeutic exercises, documenting progress, and educating patients and families.