Physical Therapist Assistant PRN

1103 Team Member Services; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off from day one

403-B retirement plan

4 weeks paid parental leave

Career development

Well-being resources

Mental health resources

Pet benefits

Job summary

1103 Team Member Services in Florida seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient care in a clinical setting, adhering to safety standards and implementing treatment plans in collaboration with the physical therapy team.

You will document care, collect patient data, supervise rehabilitation aides, ensure CPT coding accuracy, and assist with education for patients and caregivers while maintaining productivity.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• PTA certification (PTA or PTA-TEMP) is required.

Responsibilities

• Supports safety and quality in daily patient activities.
• Implements treatment plans based on evaluations and standards.
• Documents care accurately and timely using CPT codes.
• Oversees rehabilitation aides and coordinates with staff.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's [Required] Field of Study: In Physical Therapy

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Benefits

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits

Location and Schedule

Schedule: PRN Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 401 PALMETTO ST

City: NEW SMYRNA BEACH

State: Florida

Postal Code: 32168

Job Description

• Practices principles of employee and patient safety during daily job activities.
• Supports consumer marketing and public awareness through participation in community events, educational lectures, and other extensions of clinical expertise to the community.
• Implements individualized treatment plans based on physical therapy evaluations and through consideration of practice standards, recommended techniques, insurance guidelines, and patient needs.
• Modifies treatment plans as necessary based on ongoing assessments in consultation with physical therapist.
• Collects patient data and communicates with the physical therapists regarding discharge recommendations when maximum benefit has been achieved.
• Documents patient care accurately, completely, and timely using measurable and objective terminology, following standards of practice, insurance guidelines, and department/hospital policies.
• Charges patients accurately and timely according to CPT code format, price file, and insurance guidelines.
• Oversees the care provided by rehabilitation aides according to established regulations and practice standards, and may involve coordinating activities of rehabilitation aides, students, and other support personnel.
• Evaluates and interprets patient data relative to age-appropriate behavior, motor skills, and physiological norms, modifying approaches and communication skills accordingly.
• Identifies the need for patient and caregiver education, utilizing opportunities for teaching and documenting understanding as appropriate.
• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.
• Maintains clinical competencies through professional development, best practices, and serving as a clinical instructor.
• Maintains productivity standards as defined by the department and adjusts work hours to meet the needs of the patients as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Windows, and electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

Education

Associate's [Required] Field of Study: In Physical Therapy

Required Licenses and Certifications

Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required] AND Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) [Required] OR Physical Therapy Assistant - TEMP (PTA-TEMP) [Required]

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

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Pay

Pay Range: $21.77 - $40.48

Background Screening

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law) Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Equal Opportunity

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ.

Christian Mission

As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.