Inpatient Physical Therapy Assistant — Rehab Team Player

Exalt Health, LLC.; Sarasota (FL); In loco; USD 34.000 - 55.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Exalt Health, LLC. seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN) to join its acute rehabilitation team in Florida. You will work under licensed PTs to deliver rehabilitation programs, provide direct patient care, educate families, and collaborate with the care team to drive optimal outcomes.

The role emphasizes ADL training, gait and transfer support, and documentation within a dynamic, interdisciplinary setting. This PRN position requires current licensure, BLS, and strong communication skills.

Competenze

• Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state where currently practicing.
• Current BLS required via the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Mansioni

• Conduct patient interviews and physical examinations to gather information and assess needs.
• Implement treatment plans developed by the physical therapist, including therapeutic exercises, gait training, and manual therapy techniques.
• Instruct and motivate patients in performing exercises and activities of daily living safely and effectively.
• Monitor patient progress, document treatment sessions, and report findings to the physical therapist.
• Educate patients and families on their condition, treatment plan, and home exercise programs.
• Assist with ambulation training and the use of assistive devices.
• Maintain a clean and safe treatment environment.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with nurses, doctors, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Stay up-to-date on current trends and best practices in physical therapy.

Conoscenze

Clinical reasoning

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient education

ADL instruction

Documentation

Attention to detail

Formazione

Associate degree in occupational therapy

Strumenti

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Descrizione del lavoro

Exalt Health, LLC. seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN) to join its acute rehabilitation team in Florida. You will work under licensed PTs to deliver rehabilitation programs, provide direct patient care, educate families, and collaborate with the care team to drive optimal outcomes.

The role emphasizes ADL training, gait and transfer support, and documentation within a dynamic, interdisciplinary setting. This PRN position requires current licensure, BLS, and strong communication skills.