Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) (PRN)

Apploi; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Wedgewood Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Lakeland, Florida, seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for PRN shifts to support physical therapy sessions for residents. The role involves assisting the Physical Therapist, following safety protocols, and maintaining a clean therapy area.

You must hold a current Florida PTA license and have at least one year of experience in nursing home or rehabilitation settings.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Florida license as Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a nursing home or rehabilitation setting.

Responsibilities

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

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.