Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) (PRN)

Excelsior Care Group; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Excelsior Care Group is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for PRN coverage at Wedgewood Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Lakeland, Florida. The PTA will assist the Physical Therapist in delivering therapy sessions tailored to resident needs and maintain a safe, compliant environment.

Qualified candidates hold an active Florida PTA license, have at least 1 year of experience in nursing home or rehabilitation settings, and can adhere to infection control protocols.

Qualifications

• Active Florida PTA license in good standing.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a nursing home or rehabilitation setting.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and infection control measures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering therapy sessions tailored to resident needs.
• Adhere to departmental policies, including professional dress code and attitude.
• Follow safety protocols and infection control measures to ensure resident safety.
• Maintain an organized therapy area with equipment in working order.
• Report hazardous conditions or equipment issues to your supervisor.
• Utilize PPE as required for procedures involving exposure to bodily fluids.
• Notify supervisor about missing or unclear labels or SDSs.

Skills

Assist PT

Infection control

PPE usage

Professional conduct

Education

Florida PTA license

Job description

Job Title: 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.