Geriatric Physical Therapy Assistant — Compassionate Rehab

Palmetto Subacute Care Center; Brownsville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto Subacute Care Center in Miami, FL seeks a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to implement prescribed treatments under a Physical Therapist’s supervision. You will contribute to patient-centered care for residents, document progress, and collaborate with the rehab team.

Responsibilities include applying best-practice treatments, ensuring timely progress notes, and maintaining confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Valid Florida PTA license/registration.
• Experience in long-term or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and timely progress notes.
• Commitment to confidentiality and patient privacy.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatments under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Provide treatment per goals developed by the PT.
• Document patient progress and communicate with supervising PT.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Adhere to facility policies and maintain professionalism.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation writing

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Palmetto Subacute Care Center in Miami, FL seeks a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to implement prescribed treatments under a Physical Therapist’s supervision. You will contribute to patient-centered care for residents, document progress, and collaborate with the rehab team.

Responsibilities include applying best-practice treatments, ensuring timely progress notes, and maintaining confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies.