Physical Therapist Assistant

Florida Presbyterian Homes, Inc.; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan with employer‑m

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job and Location specific benefits

Job summary

Westminster Communities of Florida is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Therapy Department. The PTA assists the Physical Therapist with evaluations and carries out the care plan for each patient/resident, under supervision, within a dedicated care team.

Responsibilities include monitoring progress, documenting activities and billing, and performing screenings at admission and on a quarterly/annual basis.

Qualifications

• AA degree from an APTA accredited program and licensure as required by law.
• Two years’ health care experience; outpatient experience required.
• Licensure where required by law.

Responsibilities

• Monitor resident progress and communicate with the Physical Therapist.
• Maintain documentation in the system of resident activities, record progress and document billing activities; perform Resident’s Home Assessment during discharge as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Perform Resident’s screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screenings to determine the need for therapy as directed by the Physical Therapist.

Skills

Outpatient experience

Health care setting

Education

AA Degree from APTA accredited program

Job description

We are currently searching for a Physical Therapist Assistant to work in the Therapy Department. In this role, the Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for carrying out the Care Plan as designed by the Physical Therapist (PT); as well as assist the Physical Therapist during evaluations. The position reports directly to the Program Manager or Therapist for each patient/resident assigned to the Physical Therapist and is dependent on the nature of the skilled tasks and the complexities of the patients/residents presenting condition. May receive clinical supervision from Therapists.

Schedule: Full-Time position, 30-35 hours per week, Monday-Friday and rotating weekends

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Monitor resident’s progress and communicate with Physical Therapist
• Maintain documentation in system of resident’s activities, record progress and document billing activities. Perform Resident’s Home Assessment as part of the discharge process as directed by the Physical Therapist
• Perform Resident’s screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy as directed by the Physical Therapist

QUALIFICATION YOU POSSESS:

Education and Experience:
AA Degree from an APTA accredited program. Licensure where required by law.
Two (2) years’ experience in a health care setting preferred. Outpatient experience is required.

Benefits Summary:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Job and Location specific benefits (e.g., discounted meals, shift differentials)

Total Rewards: Westminster offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where team members are valued and actively supported in their professional growth and career development. We are committed to providing competitive pay and benefits. Benefits for part-time positions include paid time off, and more. Visit Career Benefits Westminster Communities of Florida for more information.

We Thrive: We believe our success starts with our people. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, communication, accountability, and quality, creating an environment where our 2,800 team members are supported, empowered, and encouraged to grow. We value collaboration, recognize contributions, and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful impact.

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Westminster Communities of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We conduct drug testing and criminal background screening on all new hires.

Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https:/info.flclearinghouse.com/.

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