Physical Therapist Assistant, PRN

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; North Andrews Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a talented Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. Today, under new ownership, we are creating an inimitable, revitalizing Rehabilitation Environment to provide the short term patient with a luxurious, five-star experience that meets and exceeds all expectations.

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for carrying out best practice treatments under the supervision of the Physical

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Florida PTA license and registration.
• Provide treatments under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Experience in long-term care and/or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and timely weekly progress notes.
• Collaboration with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out prescribed PT treatments under supervision.
• Provide treatment per PT-developed goals.
• Document patient progress weekly and timely.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure best patient care.
• Report to work on time and adhere to scheduled hours.
• Perform duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation.

Skills

Florida PTA license

Documentation writing

Geriatric care experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Punctual and professional demeanor

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale is looking for a talented and hard-working PTA to join their ever-growing team. Today, under new ownership, we are creating an inimitable, revitalizing Rehabilitation Environment to provide the short term patient with a luxurious, five-star experience that meets and exceeds all expectations.

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Job Overview:

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for carrying out best practice treatments under the supervision of the Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide treatment by adhering to specific goals developed by the PT. As well, the PTA must provide feedback to the supervising physical therapist via documentation or in any other method required by facility policy.

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of FL
• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under supervision of Physical Therapist
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Well versed with documentation writing
• Document patient’s progress on weekly progress note in a timely fashion.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling is preferred however not limited to.

Shift Needs:

Full Time.

Background Screening Requirment:

This position is subjet to Florida background screening requirments.

For information please visit : https://info.flclearinghouse.com

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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