Compassionate PTA for Skilled Nursing - PRN in Lakeland

Charming Lakes Rehabilitation; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Charming Lakes Rehabilitation in Lakeland, FL is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team on a PRN basis. The PTA will assist the Physical Therapist and support residents in achieving therapy goals while upholding safety and quality of care.

We value compassionate, resident-centered care and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Florida PTA licensure and SNF experience are required, with a commitment to safety and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered PTA license in Florida.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a nursing home or skilled nursing facility setting.
• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing safe, effective, and compliant therapy services.
• Provide treatment and support in accordance with established care plans and professional standards.
• Prioritize resident safety, comfort, dignity, and well-being during all therapy activities.
• Follow facility policies, procedures, safety standards, infection control protocols, and universal precautions.
• Use appropriate safety equipment when lifting, transferring, or moving residents.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment.
• Ensure necessary therapy equipment and supplies are available and properly maintained.
• Promptly report hazardous conditions, damaged equipment, or safety concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when providing services involving potential exposure to blood or bodily fluids.
• Report missing, damaged, or illegible safety labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to the supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Education

PTA license (FL)

Job description

Charming Lakes Rehabilitation in Lakeland, FL is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team on a PRN basis. The PTA will assist the Physical Therapist and support residents in achieving therapy goals while upholding safety and quality of care.

We value compassionate, resident-centered care and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Florida PTA licensure and SNF experience are required, with a commitment to safety and professionalism.