Physical Therapist Assistant

AdventHealth; Ormond Beach (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth is looking for a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team. This full-time position focuses on offering therapeutic services to patients under the direction of a Physical Therapist, ensuring effective rehabilitation. Candidates should hold an Associate's degree in Physical Therapy and possess a valid PTA license in Florida.

Benefits

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Qualifications

• Valid Driver License in State required.
• Current state Florida PTA license essential.
• Active American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the treatment plan set by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic exercises to develop strength and improve functional performance.
• Document patient reactions and report changes in their condition.

Skills

Therapeutic exercises

Neuromuscular re-education

Gait training

Patient instruction

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant – AdventHealth Hospice

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One

• Paid Days Off from Day One

• Career Development

• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift :

Location: 770 W GRANADA BLVD, Ormond Beach, 32174

The role you’ll contribute:

Primarily responsible to carry out the treatment plan established by the Physical Therapist for the rehabilitation of patients who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status. Intervention is purposeful and skilled utilizing the therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents, exercise and other procedures to produce changes in the condition consistent with the diagnosis and prognosis. Interact and collaborate with the patient and family as well as the clinical team.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Provides physical therapy intervention based on the plan of care. Provides therapeutic exercises to develop strength and endurance, range of motion and flexibility; therapeutic activity to improve functional performance; neuromuscular re-education to improve balance, coordination, kinesthetic sense, posture, and proprioception; gait training to instruct in the use and care of orthosis, prosthesis and assistive devices; wheelchair management to facilitate proper positioning and mobility.

• Provides modalities including ultrasound, electrical stimulations, hot/cold packs, mechanical traction, TENS application as ordered to reduce pain and promote mobility.

• Instructs the patient and caregiver in care and use of physical therapy devices and the patient’s total physical therapy program including the home exercise program.

• Observes and records activities and findings in the clinical record and reports to the physical therapist and/or physician the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition, or when there are deviations from the plan of care.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

Minimum qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant with at least one year of experience under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

• Driver License, Valid and in State

• Active American Heart Association BLS

• Current state of Florida Physical Therapist Assistant license

Preferred qualifications:

• 2 of clinical experience as a physical therapist assistant

• Experience working with adult and geriatric rehabilitation cases

• 3 Home health experience within the past 3 years

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Home Care

Organization: AdventHealth Home Health

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25004625

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.