Geriatric Physical Therapist Assistant - Impactful Care

Palmetto Subacute Care Center; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto Subacute Care Center is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The PTA will contribute to comprehensive geriatric care plans and document patient progress in a timely manner.

The ideal candidate graduated from an accredited PTA program, holds a valid Florida PTA license, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care in a 95-bed facility in Miami.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Must hold a valid FL license/registration as PTA.
• Provide comprehensive treatment under Physical Therapist supervision.
• Experience in long-term/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and timely progress notes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatments under the supervising PT.
• Adhere to facility policies and goals set by the PT.
• Document patient progress weekly.
• Collaborate with all disciplines for patient-centered care.
• Maintain professional conduct and on-time shift attendance.

Skills

Licensed PTA

Geriatric care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Patient-focused care

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Palmetto Subacute Care Center is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The PTA will contribute to comprehensive geriatric care plans and document patient progress in a timely manner.

The ideal candidate graduated from an accredited PTA program, holds a valid Florida PTA license, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care in a 95-bed facility in Miami.