Physical Therapist Assistant

Vivo Healthcare; Saint Petersburg (FL); In loco; USD 52.000 - 64.000; Tempo pieno

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Vivo Healthcare in Florida is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to work under a Physical Therapist to provide rehabilitative services and help improve mobility and independence.

The PTA will assist in developing treatment plans, implement interventions, educate patients and families, and document progress. The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team and ongoing professional development.

Mansioni

• Assist the PT in assessing patients' physical abilities to develop treatment plans.
• Implement prescribed PT interventions, including exercises and modalities, to improve mobility.
• Educate patients and families on home exercises to support rehabilitation.
• Monitor and document patients' progress, communicating changes to the supervising PT.
• Maintain accurate records of treatments and progress notes in compliance with Vivo Healthcare policies.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Participate in team meetings, in-service training, and continuing education.
• Adhere to ethical and professional standards per state and national regulations.

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The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist (PT) to provide rehabilitative services to patients with physical impairments or disabilities. The PTA will assist in developing and implementing treatment plans aimed at improving patients' mobility, strength, and overall functional abilities, thereby enhancing their independence and quality of life.

• Assist the PT in assessing patients' physical abilities and limitations to develop effective treatment plans.
• Implement prescribed physical therapy interventions, including exercises, therapeutic activities, and modalities, to improve patients' physical function and mobility.
• Educate patients and their families on exercises and activities to be performed at home to support ongoing rehabilitation.
• Monitor and document patients' progress, communicating any changes or concerns to the supervising PT.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of patient treatments, progress notes, and other relevant documentation in compliance with Vivo Healthcare policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care for patients.
• Participate in team meetings, in-service training, and continuing education opportunities to enhance professional development and maintain current knowledge in the field.
• Adhere to all ethical and professional standards of practice as outlined by state and national regulatory bodies.

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