Licensed PT Assistant — Growth & Residency

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Gainesville, Florida seeks a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join its rehabilitation program. The role involves supporting patients in physical, occupational, and speech therapy alongside a dedicated team. Ideal candidates will have an Associates Degree in Rehab Therapy and demonstrate strong communication skills. This position offers a chance to work in a compassionate environment focused on excellent patient care and functional recovery.

Qualifications

• No previous clinical experience necessary.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in a broad range of therapy services and settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy assistance to patients in various rehabilitation programs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Demonstrated knowledge in therapy services

Education

Associates Degree in a Rehab Therapy

Job description

Overview

PRN

Shift Hours: 7:00AM-6:00PM, TBD

Days of Week:MONDAY-FRIDAY, TBD

***PRN COMPENSATION RATE***

UF Health Shands Rehab Services is dedicated to providing excellent patient care to individuals throughout north central Florida. Through comprehensive rehabilitation programs, we hope to create a safe and comfortable environment that empowers individuals to manage their care independently, return to a functional lifestyle and improve their quality of life. We are dedicated to treating our patients with compassion, creativity, respect and confidentiality. Our rehab centers accomplish this with close working relationships between our referring physicians, therapists, support staff, University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions and the University of Florida Athletics Program. Our therapists provide rehabilitation services and education to patients. We offer continuing education, journal clubs, staff mentoring and the ability to be involved with student clinical education and our UF Health accredited residency programs in Sports and Orthopedics.

Our adult rehab center is a comprehensive facility providing physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy to the high school and adult population. Our specialties include orthopedics, neurology and pelvic health. We also have a wheel chair seating clinic and pool therapy programs.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Associates Degree in a Rehab Therapy
• No previous clinical experience necessary
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in a broad range of therapy services and settings
• Demonstrates strong communication skills

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Florida