Geriatric PT Assistant — Full-Time Role with PRN Options

HealthPRO Heritage; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PRN available

Competitive benefits

Job summary

HealthPRO Heritage is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant for our partner long-term care facility in Clearwater, FL. You will join an interdisciplinary team focused on delivering patient-centered care and improving residents' function.

Responsibilities include evaluating and treating residents, developing individualized plans, collaborating with care staff, and documenting progress in line with regulatory standards. Requires Florida PTA license and passion for geriatrics.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Active Florida PTA license or license eligible.
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
• Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
• Documentation: Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.

Skills

Florida PTA license

Communication skills

Teamwork

Geriatrics interest

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting

Job description

HealthPRO Heritage is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant for our partner long-term care facility in Clearwater, FL. You will join an interdisciplinary team focused on delivering patient-centered care and improving residents' function.

Responsibilities include evaluating and treating residents, developing individualized plans, collaborating with care staff, and documenting progress in line with regulatory standards. Requires Florida PTA license and passion for geriatrics.