Physical Therapist Assistant

CMP01 Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Healthcare spending accounts

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

On-site housing for select positions

Job summary

Mount Sinai Medical Center is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support patient care across our South Florida facilities. The PTA will administer modalities, assist with adaptive equipment, and train patients and caregivers in equipment use as part of a collaborative physical therapy team.

Responsibilities include verifying progress with the Physical Therapist, completing FIM scores, and providing clear patient education and documentation.

Qualifications

• Current Florida State PTA License.
• CPR Certification.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program.

Responsibilities

• Appropriately administers modalities and utilizes equipment as deemed necessary based on each specific guideline.
• Discusses with the Physical Therapist the need for assistive devices and DME/adaptive equipment and ensures proper fitting and documentation.
• Fits, trains and educates patient/caregiver in the use of assistive devices and adaptive equipment.
• Communicates progress, goals and plan of care with the Physical Therapist and adjusts treatment accordingly.
• Completes Outcome Measures scores (FIM) for admission, goals, and discharge as required.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Job description

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care. Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers. Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

Department

Job Description Summary

Position Responsibilities

• Appropriately administers modalities and utilizes equipment as deemed necessary based on each specific guideline.
• Discusses with the Physical Therapist the need for assistive devices, DME/adaptive equipment and ensures that all equipment is recommended, received and measured to fit each patient as observed by supervisor and as documented in the chart.
• Fits, trains and educates patient/caregiver in the use of assitive device, DME, and adaptive equipment.
• Discusses with the Physical Therapist the need for orthotic/prosthetic device and trains patient in use, donn/doff, and educate patient/caretaker on skin care as documented in the chart and as observed by the Physical Therapist.
• Discusses with the Physical Therapist the patient’s progress, goals and plan of care and adjusts treatment approach based on patient’s reaction to it and re-asses outcome as observed by the Physical Therapist.
• Completes Outcome Measure scores Functional Independence Measure (FIM) for admission, goal setting and discharge within departmental policies and procedures in a timely manner.
• Provides written instructions, training and education as needed to all patients/family member/caretakers, in a timely manner, as evidenced by documentation of such in the patient’s chart.
• Follows patient schedule on time as observed by supervisor.
• Gives at least one in-service annually to staff.
• Maintains State/National Licensure requirements for continuing education regulations, as monitored by the supervisor/Manager.
• Supervises activities of support personnel as authorized by supervisor.
• Voluntarily assist other therapists/assistants in completing their work and serves as a clinical expert for less experienced staff, as observed by supervisor and staff.
• Participates in the clinical education program (student program) as reported by the coordinator for clinical education.
• Participates in Performance Improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Current Florida State PTA License.
• CPR Certification.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program, General Educational Level #5= 13->14 school grades.

Experience

Specific vocational preparation of 1 to 2 years = skilled work.

Benefits

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!

Degree Requirements

Certification: More than 4,000 people work at Mount Sinai Medical Center at more than a dozen locations throughout sunny South Florida, including our flagship, 672-bed hospital on Biscayne Bay at the gateway to Miami Beach. We’re the largest, independent, not-for-profit hospital in South Florida, and we’re the only hospital Healthgrades recognized for four years running as one of the top 5% in the nation. Clearly, clinical excellence is at our core.