Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA

BrightSpring Health Services; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedules

Growth Opportunities

Supportive Leadership

No Weekends OR Holidays Required

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant in Miami, Florida. In this role, you'll provide essential therapy services alongside a qualified Physical Therapist, allowing patients to regain independence through engaging, community-based therapy activities.

The ideal candidate will have an active state license, effective communication skills, and experience in rehabilitation. Full-time and per diem positions available, offering meaningful work without weekend or holiday hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year’s work experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant preferred.
• Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions.
• Demonstrates strong organization skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services planned by the Physical Therapist.
• Confers with Physical Therapist regarding patient’s plan of treatment.
• Reports any problems with department equipment to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury

Strong organization skills

Effective communication

Education

Current unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist Assistant by state

Current Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Our Company

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation

Overview

Focus on home and community reintegration — that’s where healing truly begins. At Rehab Without Walls® Neuro Rehabilitation, our clinicians don’t just treat clients; they walk beside them as they rediscover strength, confidence, and joy in everyday life. We help individuals with brain, spinal cord, and other neurological injuries rebuild independence through personalized, goal‑driven therapy that happens out in the community — wherever life takes them.

Our clinicians enjoy the flexibility to schedule sessions around what works best for them and their clients, creating meaningful, balanced workdays that fit each person’s rhythm. From grocery shopping to hiking, paddle boarding, or skiing, every session brings therapy to life in inspiring, real‑world environments.

Our Therapists Enjoy:

• Flexible Schedules
• No Weekends OR Holidays Required
• Growth Opportunities
• Growth Opportunities
• Work Wellness
• Supportive Leadership
• Full Time and Per Diem Careers
• Locations throughout Miami and Hollywood, FL: Broward and Dade Counties

If you’re passionate about making therapy an adventure in recovery and helping clients reclaim the moments that matter most, you’ll find your purpose here!

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the qualified Physical Therapist in accordance with the patient’s Plan of Treatment
• Confers with Physical Therapist regularly regarding patient’s plan of treatment, status of progress toward goals, questions and concerns
• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of equipment, treatment and department areas
• Reports any problems with department equipment to the appropriate personnel to ensure that it is maintained in good working order
• Communicates patient’s needs and progress to the Physical Therapist of record and assists in securing special adaptive equipment for patient to improve function. Incorporates the use of adaptive equipment to enhance the rehabilitation program
• Maintains and submits patient treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company, facility, funding source, local, state and federal regulations
• Adheres to standards of the Company’s Code of Conduct, policies, Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act, Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws
• Attends, participates in and/or conducts internal staff development programs and meetings; obtains continuing education as required by company policy and regulations; maintains and enhances clinical practice skills

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist Assistant by state in which practicing
• Current Basic Life Support or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification, in accordance state regulations
• A minimum of one year’s work experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant preferred
• Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury
• Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions
• Demonstrates strong organization skills and attention to detail

Location : Special Notice

This position is subject to a level 2 background screening. For more information on the Florida state background screening process and standards, please access and review the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.