Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant — Hands-On Care

The Cascades Health and Rehabilitation Center; Rainbow Homes (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cascades Health and Rehabilitation Center in Florida is seeking a certified Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The PTA will document treatments, track changes in condition, and contribute to the ongoing plan of care for each patient.

The position requires documenting patient progress, implementing therapy plans, and educating patients on home exercise programs to promote optimal recovery across diverse ages and conditions.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Valid PTA license in state of practice.
• 3+ years of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer treatment programs as established by Physical Therapists.
• Focus on providing the highest quality treatment for patients that allows for excellent patient outcomes.
• Assess patient condition using knowledge of basic biological and medical science.
• Propose treatment goals and objectives.
• Implement patient treatment plans with guidance from the Physical Therapist.
• Perform certain aspects of patient evaluation and interventions.
• Instruct patients on physical therapy interventions, modalities and home exercise programs.

Skills

Clinical care

Documentation

Patient education

Treatment planning

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

Valid PTA license

Job description

The Cascades Health and Rehabilitation Center in Florida is seeking a certified Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The PTA will document treatments, track changes in condition, and contribute to the ongoing plan of care for each patient.

The position requires documenting patient progress, implementing therapy plans, and educating patients on home exercise programs to promote optimal recovery across diverse ages and conditions.