On-Call PTA: Meaningful Rehab in Cape Coral

Volunteers of America National Services; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) with discretionary contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Get paid early

Referral bonuses

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Gulf Coast Village in Cape Coral, FL is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN on-call) to provide skilled PT services under a licensed PT. You’ll help residents achieve mobility, independence, and quality of life in a Medicare-compliant facility, with on-site work and flexible on-call scheduling.

Join VOANS in a mission-driven environment that values teamwork, ongoing development, and compassionate care for residents. Competitive pay and benefits available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing within the state of practice.
• CPR certification required.
• Previous experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility, post-acute care, long-term care, or rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, managed care, and skilled rehabilitation services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments as outlined in the established plan of care developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Implement therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, transfer training, strengthening programs, and functional mobility interventions.
• Monitor resident responses to treatment and communicate progress, concerns, or changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Accurately document daily treatment sessions, progress toward goals, and patient responses in accordance with regulatory and facility requirements.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, rehabilitation team members, and interdisciplinary care teams to promote optimal resident outcomes.
• Participate in care conferences and discharge planning as appropriate.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers regarding therapeutic exercises, safety precautions, and mobility recommendations.
• Maintain treatment areas, equipment, and supplies in a safe and organized manner.
• Adhere to all infection control, safety, HIPAA, and compliance standards.
• Complete daily treatment notes, progress reporting, and other required documentation in a timely manner.
• Ensure documentation accurately reflects skilled services provided and resident progress.
• Experience with Net Health documentation software is preferred.
• Maintain productivity standards while ensuring quality patient care and documentation compliance.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

PTA program graduate

Tools

Net Health documentation software

Job description

Gulf Coast Village in Cape Coral, FL is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN on-call) to provide skilled PT services under a licensed PT. You’ll help residents achieve mobility, independence, and quality of life in a Medicare-compliant facility, with on-site work and flexible on-call scheduling.

Join VOANS in a mission-driven environment that values teamwork, ongoing development, and compassionate care for residents. Competitive pay and benefits available.