Physical Therapist Assistant

Florida Presbyterian Homes, Inc. in; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Comprehensive benefits including MEd,

Paid Time Off Plan

Flexible Schedule

Supportive management team

Job summary

Florida Presbyterian Homes, Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support therapy services for residents. You will work under supervision to carry out the care plan, assist with evaluations, and monitor progress in collaboration with the physical therapist.

This position offers a competitive hourly wage, comprehensive benefits, PTO, and a supportive team in a warm environment with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• AA degree from an APTA accredited program.
• Licensure as required by law.
• Two years' healthcare experience preferred; outpatient experience required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the care plan as designed by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist the PT during evaluations.
• Monitor resident progress and communicate with PT.
• Maintain documentation in the resident management system.

Education

AA Degree from an APTA accredited program

Licensure where required by law

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (Healthcare)

Why work for us?

• Competitive Hourly Wage
• Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 403b.
• Paid Time Off Plan
• Work Alongside Industry Experts That Take Pride in Their Work
• Supportive Management Team That Put Employees First Warm and Friendly Work Environment
• Flexible Schedule

JOB SUMMARY:

Direct supervision from 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.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Responsible for carrying out Care Plan as designed by the Physical Therapist (PT).Assist the PT during evaluations.
• Monitor resident's progress and communicate with PT.
• 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 PT.
• Perform Resident's screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy as directed by the PT.

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.

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

EOE, Drug Free Workplace

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