Physical Therapist Assistant

HealthPro Heritage; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PRN flexibility

Supportive clinical team

Rewarding assisted living setting

Meaningful difference in residents’ 生活

Purpose-Driven Work

Growth Opportunities

Collaborative Culture

Commitment to Excellence

Competitive Benefits Package

Job summary

HealthPro Heritage invites a PT A Assistant (PTA) to join as a PRN provider in Fort Myers, FL. The role focuses on assisting with treatment plans, providing patient care, and documenting progress under Physical Therapists within an assisted living community.

You will support mobility and independence goals, participate in education, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care across nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, and home care settings.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Valid state licensure as a PTA, or license eligible.
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists and provide direct patient care.
• Monitor patient progress, document observations, and educate patients and families.
• Accurately document treatments, progress, and responses per facility policies.
• Collaborate with Physical Therapists and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

Assessment skills

Diagnostics

Therapy techniques

Communication skills

EHR proficiency

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Therapy equipment

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Overview

PTA – PRN Opportunity | Fort Myers, FL

HealthPro Heritage has a greatPRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)opportunity atBarrington at Fort Myers, a welcoming, engaging, and caring assisted living community in Fort Myers, FL.

Join a supportive team dedicated to helping residents improve mobility, maintain independence, and achieve their therapy goals.

Why HealthPro Heritage?

• PRN flexibility
• Supportive clinical team
• Rewarding assisted living setting
• Meaningful opportunity to make a difference in residents’ lives

Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
• Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
• Collaborative Culture:Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
• Commitment to Excellence:Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
• Competitive Benefits Package:Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
• Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
• Documentation: Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible
• Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.