Inpatient Rehab PTA — Impactful PRN Role

Exalt Health Rehabilitation Hospital Sarasota, LLC; Venice (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Exalt Health Rehabilitation Hospital Sarasota, LLC is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join its interdisciplinary team in a PRN per diem capacity. You will work under licensed physical therapists to deliver comprehensive rehabilitation programs for patients with complex rehabilitative needs in an acute rehab setting.

Responsibilities include executing treatment plans, guiding patients in exercises and ADLs, documenting progress, and educating patients and families.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.
• 2 years of Inpatient Rehabilitation experience (preferred).
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Proficient in documentation and medical record keeping.
• Strong understanding of current trends and best practices in rehabilitation medicine.

Responsibilities

• 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 (ADLs) 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 rehabilitation.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Clinical reasoning

Documentation

Patient-centered care

Education

Associate degree in occupational therapy

Job description

Exalt Health Rehabilitation Hospital Sarasota, LLC is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join its interdisciplinary team in a PRN per diem capacity. You will work under licensed physical therapists to deliver comprehensive rehabilitation programs for patients with complex rehabilitative needs in an acute rehab setting.

Responsibilities include executing treatment plans, guiding patients in exercises and ADLs, documenting progress, and educating patients and families.