Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

HealthPro Heritage; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,051 - 59,891; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible schedule

Job summary

HealthPro Heritage is offering a part-time Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant position in Ocoee, NY. The role involves assisting in patient care, implementing treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Candidates should have an Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assisting and valid licensure. Flexible hours are available, along with part-time benefits. Come join our beautiful Senior Living community focused on functional mobility and patient support.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or license eligible.
• Strong assessment and communication skills in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists.
• Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises and manual therapy.
• Accurately document patient treatments in compliance with policies.
• Work closely with healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

Strong assessment and diagnostic abilities

Excellent communication skills

Proficient with therapy equipment

Experience with electronic health record systems

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assisting

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Therapy equipment

Job description

Overview

HealthPro Heritage has a great Part-time Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Opportunit y at our beautiful Senior Living community in Ocoee! The community offers well-maintained spaces, wellness areas, and environments that support functional mobility! Beautifully maintained courtyards and walking paths provide excellent opportunities for gait training, balance work, endurance building, and functional mobility in a real-world setting.

• Rate - Hourly up to $37 based on exp
• 10-20 hours per week - flexible
• Some part-time benefits offered
• VERY flexible schedule

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

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.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible.
• Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.