Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) (PRN)

Wedgewood-Healthcare-and-Rehabilitation; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Wedgewood Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Lakeland, FL, is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) on a PRN basis. You will assist the Physical Therapist with resident-specific therapy sessions and uphold safety and infection control standards.

Qualified candidates hold a Florida PTA license with at least 1 year of nursing home or rehab experience, and you will work in a collaborative, supportive environment within our facility.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Florida PTA license.
• Minimum 1 year experience in nursing home or rehabilitation setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering safe and effective therapy sessions tailored to resident needs.
• Adhere to departmental policies, including professional dress code and a positive, respectful attitude.
• Follow strict safety protocols and infection control measures to ensure resident safety.
• Maintain an organized and clean therapy area, ensuring equipment is available and in working order.
• Report hazardous conditions or equipment issues promptly to your supervisor.
• Utilize PPE as required for tasks involving potential exposure to bodily fluids.
• Notify your supervisor immediately regarding missing or unclear labels or SDSs.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Education

Florida PTA license

Job description

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) (PRN) – Facility: Wedgewood Healthcare and Rehabilitation – Location: Lakeland, Florida – Position Type: PRN – Salary: $35–$37 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering safe and effective therapy sessions tailored to individual resident needs.
• Adhere to departmental policies, including maintaining a professional dress code and a positive, respectful attitude.
• Follow strict safety protocols and infection control measures to ensure resident safety.
• Maintain an organized and clean therapy area, ensuring essential equipment is available and in working order.
• Report hazardous conditions or equipment issues promptly to your supervisor.
• Utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for tasks involving potential exposure to bodily fluids.
• Notify your supervisor immediately regarding missing or unclear labels or Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).

Requirements

• Licensure: Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Florida.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year working in a nursing home or rehabilitation setting.

If you're a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity, we invite you to join our team at Wedgewood Healthcare and Rehabilitation. Make a difference in the lives of our residents while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

We look forward to welcoming you!