Physical Therapist Assistant PTA PRN

NHC Careers; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior care is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their Tallahassee team. This role involves providing essential physical therapy services under the guidance of a licensed physical therapist, ensuring patients receive the highest quality care. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, including an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy, and a commitment to patient well-being. Join a supportive environment that values teamwork, innovation, and integrity, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you serve. If you are passionate about helping others and want to be part of a caring community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in the state of practice.
• Active membership in Physical Therapy Associations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist.
• Assists with evaluation of patient progress toward goals.
• Maintains daily records of treatments and documents progress notes.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Evaluation

Documentation Skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

A different kind of care that ensures you’re surrounded by people who make a difference in your life.

Position: Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA

NHC HomeCare Tallahassee is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team. The Physical Therapist Assistant is a skilled technical provider of physical therapy treatments and related duties working under the direction of the Physical Therapist.

Qualifications:

• Must have an Associate’s Degree from a recognized Physical Therapist Assistant Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Must be licensed in the state in which the assistant will be practicing.
• Active member of state and national Physical Therapy Associations preferred.

Position Highlights:

• Provides physical therapy services as directed by the physical therapist and ordered by the physician according to policies and procedures and state/federal regulation.
• Assists the physical therapist with evaluation of progress toward goals.
• Observes, records, and reports to the therapist the conditions, reactions, and responses related to assigned duties.
• Maintains daily records of treatments. Documents progress notes regarding patients as directed by the therapist.

The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge, innovation and improvement, teamwork and collaboration, and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve.

NHC HomeCare Tallahassee is located at 4004 Norton Dr. Ste. 104, Tallahassee, FL 32308.

If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, please apply today.

We look forward to talking with you! NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.