Geriatric Physical Therapy Assistant - Compassionate Rehab

Palmetto Subacute Care Center; Pinewood (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Palmetto Subacute Care Center in Miami, FL seeks a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to carry out prescribed treatments under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will document progress, deliver patient-centered care, and collaborate with the care team in a 95-bed facility that values empathy and dignity.

Qualified candidates must graduate from an accredited PTA program, hold a valid Florida license, and demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and strong patient service

Qualifications

• The PTA must have graduated from an accredited PTA program and hold an active Florida license.
• Ability to document patient progress and communicate with the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Experience with long-term or geriatric care is preferred but not required.
• Strong professionalism, punctuality and patient service skills.
• Compliance with HIPAA and resident rights.

Responsibilities

• Carry out best practice treatments under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Provide comprehensive treatments and adhere to goals set by the PT.
• Report patient progress through timely documentation and weekly progress notes.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to deliver patient-centered care.

Skills

Documentation

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Professionalism

Time management

HIPAA compliance

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant degree

Tools

Florida license

Job description

Palmetto Subacute Care Center in Miami, FL seeks a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to carry out prescribed treatments under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will document progress, deliver patient-centered care, and collaborate with the care team in a 95-bed facility that values empathy and dignity.

Qualified candidates must graduate from an accredited PTA program, hold a valid Florida license, and demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and strong patient service