Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) (PRN)

Space Coast Healthcare & Rehabilitation; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Space Coast Healthcare & Rehabilitation in Merritt Island, FL, is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for PRN assignments. The PTA will assist licensed therapists in delivering patient-specific therapy sessions, maintaining safety and infection control protocols, and ensuring a clean, well-equipped therapy area.

The role requires an active Florida PTA license and at least 1 year of experience in a nursing home or rehabilitation setting.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Florida PTA license.
• 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 individual resident needs.
• Adhere to departmental policies, including professional dress code and respectful conduct.
• Follow safety protocols and infection control measures to ensure resident safety.
• Maintain an organized therapy area and ensure equipment is available and functioning.
• Report hazardous conditions or equipment issues to your supervisor.
• Use PPE as required for procedures involving exposure to body fluids.
• Notify supervisor about missing or unclear labels or SDSs.

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant license (Florida)

Job description

Job Title: Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) (PRN)
Facility: Space Coast Healthcare & Rehabilitation
Location: Merritt Island, 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.