Physical Therapy Assist Acute PRN

HCA Florida Brandon Hospital; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) plan with match

Tuition assistance

Fertility & family benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

HCA Florida Brandon Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our team on a PRN basis. You will provide treatment and rehabilitative services under the direction of a Physical Therapist to help patients improve mobility and reduce pain.

The role emphasizes patient education, collaboration with health care teams, and commitment to compassionate care. Candidates should have an Associate degree, Florida PTA license, and BLS; inpatient rehab experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Clear/active State of Florida Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• Current Functional Independence Measure (FIM) required.
• Experience in an appropriate healthcare setting – inpatient rehab – preferred.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment and rehabilitative services under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients on post-care planning, devices, gait and functional training.
• Record, monitor, and review clinical data and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Collaborate with patient service departments to coordinate educational outreach.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Reading & following instructions

PC skills

Education

Associate degree in PTA program

Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Physical Therapy Assist Acute PRN? At HCA Florida Brandon Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our team on a PRN basis. As a PTA on our team, you will provide treatment and rehabilitative services to patients to improve mobility, relieve pain and disability under the direction of a Physical Therapist. If you are dedicated to caring for the well‑being of others, this could be your next opportunity.

Your duties and responsibilities may include

• Conduct patient education, including post‑care planning, proper use of supportive devices and equipment, and gait and functional training.
• Record, monitor, analyze and review clinical data; provide feedback to therapist regarding possible modifications to treatment plan and goals based upon patient performance; adapt recognized therapeutic techniques and modalities to meet the needs of the patient.
• Collaborate with patient service departments and community service agencies to coordinate and conduct educational outreach programs and learning activities.
• Utilize appropriate methods and material for effective learning, monitor response to education and adapt program as needed.

Requirements

• Associate degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Clear/active State of Florida Physical Therapy Assistant license
• Current Functional Independence Measure (FIM) required
• Experience in appropriate healthcare setting – inpatient rehab – preferred
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Critical thinking and adaptability; service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills; ability to read/comprehend written instructions; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; general PC skills
• Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting patients and/or equipment up to 50 pounds

Benefits

HCA Florida Brandon Hospital offers a comprehensive rewards package:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine benefits
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Paid time off, family leave, long‑term and short‑term disability coverage, and leaves of absence
• 401(k) plan with 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, employee stock purchase plan, flexible spending accounts, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, financial wellbeing counseling
• Tuition and student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.