Inpatient Rehab: Hands-On Physical Therapy Assistant

Exalt Health Rehabilitation Hospital Lakeland LLC; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Exalt Health Rehabilitation Hospital Lakeland LLC is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver comprehensive rehabilitation programs under licensed therapists. You will work closely with patients, educating them and collaborating with a healthcare team for optimal outcomes.

The ideal candidate will be licensed in Florida, possess a BLS certification, and have a strong background in inpatient rehabilitation. Join us to make a meaningful impact in patient care.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Florida.
• Current BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• 2 years of inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient interviews and physical examinations to gather information.
• Implement treatment plans including therapeutic exercises and gait training.
• Monitor patient progress and document treatment sessions.
• Educate patients and families on their condition and treatment plan.
• Assist with ambulation training.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Patient-centered approach

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program

Tools

Microsoft Windows environment (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Exalt Health Rehabilitation Hospital Lakeland LLC is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver comprehensive rehabilitation programs under licensed therapists. You will work closely with patients, educating them and collaborating with a healthcare team for optimal outcomes.

The ideal candidate will be licensed in Florida, possess a BLS certification, and have a strong background in inpatient rehabilitation. Join us to make a meaningful impact in patient care.