Physical Therapist Assistant

Ventura Services Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $7,500

Job summary

Ventura Services Florida is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver direct patient care under a Physical Therapist's supervision in a outpatient setting in Florida.

The PTA will document treatments, track changes in condition, and apply age-appropriate therapeutic techniques, with CPR/first aid and licensure required.

This role offers a competitive environment with a $7,500 sign-on bonus and opportunities to contribute to patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Valid PTA license in Florida.
• Current CPR and first aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer treatment programs as established by Physical Therapists.
• Provide high-quality treatment to achieve patient outcomes.
• Assess patient condition using biology and medical knowledge.
• Propose treatment goals and objectives.
• Implement treatment plans with guidance from the Physical Therapist.
• Perform aspects of patient evaluation and interventions.
• Instruct patients on physical therapy interventions and home exercise programs.

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

***SIGN ON BONUS $7,500***

OVERVIEW:

Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct patient care services under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapy Assistant will be responsible for documenting patient treatments, changes in condition and other pertinent information as required. The successful candidate will also provide treatment and appropriate therapeutic techniques specific to the age and condition of each patient.

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

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Associate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Valid PTA license in state of practice
• Current CPR and first aid certification