Physical Therapist Asst Pool

BayCare Health System; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BayCare Health System is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Pool dedicated to providing exceptional care within their community. Working at Morton Plant North Bay Hospital, this role includes assisting Physical Therapists and contributing to patient rehabilitation through compassionate service. Ideal candidates have an Associate's in Physical Therapy and a passion for customer service in healthcare.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• Must be a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant or provide temporary licensure within 6 months.
• Preferred 1 year of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physical Therapists with administration of therapy interventions.
• Progress patients in treatment plans and supervise Rehabilitation Technicians.

Skills

Customer Service

Collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare is currently in search of our newest Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Pool who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. At **Morton Plant North Bay Hospital** , you get personalized, quality health care from a compassionate, experienced team, dedicated to caring for you completely. Morton Plant North Bay Hospital is West Pasco County’s only not-for-profit community hospital.

**Facility:** BayCare Health System, Rehab Services Main - MPH

**Location:** **Morton Plant**

**Status:** **Pool, Exempt: No**

**Shift Hours:** **Pool - Weekend coverage**

**Weekend Work:** **Every**

**On Call:** **No**

**Physical Therapy Assistant - Responsibilities:**

+ Assists Physical Therapists with the administration of interventions utilized in physical therapy and rehabilitation

+ May progress patients/residents in the treatment plan developed by the physical therapist

+ May provide direct clinical supervision for Rehabilitation Technicians, Massage Therapists, Athletic Trainers and Fitness Specialists. Team members with temporary permits must work under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist that has been licensed for a minimum of six months

+ A supervising licensed Physical Therapist may only supervise one permittee at any given time

**Requirements** :

+ BLS (Basic Life Support)

+ PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant)

+ Or PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant) Temporary and licensure within 6 months

+ Required Associate's Physical Therapy

+ Preferred 1-year Physical Therapy Assistant

_Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled_

**Position** Physical Therapist Asst Pool

**Location** Clearwater:Morton Plant | Clinical | Pool

**Req ID** null