Dynamic Physical Therapy Assistant - Acute Care Clinician

Hialeah Hospital; Florida; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Florida is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to administer treatments and assist patients in their recovery. The role includes completing patient documentation, communicating effectively with the supervising physical therapist, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Candidates must have graduated from an accredited program and possess a Florida Physical Therapy Assistant License. This position requires effective communication skills along with knowledge in physical therapy modalities and patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant program, approved through the board of Physical Therapy.
• Preferred one year of acute care experience with adults, geriatrics, orthopedics.
• Knowledge of physical medicine and anatomy.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy modalities under supervision of staff physical therapist.
• Complete daily progress notes in electronic medical record.
• Perform follow-up treatments and communicate with the physical therapist.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of physical therapy modalities

Patient assessment and treatment planning

Education

Graduate from an accredited Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant program

Current BLS certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Record Documentation

Job description

A healthcare facility in Florida is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to administer treatments and assist patients in their recovery. The role includes completing patient documentation, communicating effectively with the supervising physical therapist, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Candidates must have graduated from an accredited program and possess a Florida Physical Therapy Assistant License. This position requires effective communication skills along with knowledge in physical therapy modalities and patient care.