Physical Therapy Assistant

Lake-Wales-Wellness-and-Rehabilitation-Center; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 44,083,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on/Relocation Bonus

Job summary

Lake Wales Care Center in Lake Wales, FL seeks a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team in a SNF setting. This full-time role includes a 40-hour schedule with PRN opportunities, in a facility focused on resident-centered care and measurable outcomes.

The PTA will provide therapeutic exercises, mobility training, and neuromuscular re-education while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. A $5,000 sign-on/relocation bonus is available for direct hire.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in Florida.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assisting program.
• SNF experience preferred but new grads are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide feedback to evaluating therapist on residents’ functional needs and treatment recommendations.
• Deliver high-quality PT services including exercises, mobility training, and wound prevention strategies.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including OT, SLP, nursing, and physicians.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Clinical reasoning

Time management

Education

Licensed PTA in FL

Accredited PTA program graduate

Tools

Net Health

Point Click Care

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant(PTA) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

Lake Wales Care Center

Full-Time 40 hours/ and PRN Opportunities Available

$5000.00 SIGN ON/RELOCATION BONUS available for direct hire.

About the Role:

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and clinically skilled Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team at Lake Wales Care Center located in Lake Wales, FL.

As a Physical Therapy Assistant at Lake Wales, you will play a key role in restoring mobility, improving functional independence, and enhancing the overall quality of life for our residents. This physical therapy assistant position is open position is a growth position due to census. It is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team of therapists and assistants.

Physical Therapy Assistant Responsibilities:

• Provide feedback to evaluating therapist regarding residents functional needs and recommendations to their individualized treatment plans.
• Provide high-quality physical therapy services including therapeutic exercises, mobility training, neuromuscular re-education, and wound prevention strategies.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including OT, SLP, nursing, and physician partners.
• Document screenings, progress notes, and objective data towards discharge summaries in accordance with regulatory and facility standards.
• Participate in care plan meetings and contribute to overall resident-centered care.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on safe mobility techniques and home exercise programs.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal guidelines, including Medicare and SNF regulatory requirements.

Physical Therapy Assistant Qualifications:

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in the state of Florida (or eligibility for licensure).
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assisting program (DPT or equivalent).
• Previous SNF experience preferred, but new grads are welcome to apply.
• Strong communication, organizational, time management,team player, and clinical reasoning skills.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional patient-centered care with great outcomes.

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible scheduling (FT or PRN)
• Supportive Director of Rehabilitation and interdisciplinary team environment
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth
• Modern rehab equipment and EMR systems (Net Health and Point Click Care)
• Strong focus on high-quality care and positive patient outcomes

About Us:

We are a 100 bed resident-focused Skilled Nursing Facility located in Lake Wales that dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based rehabilitation services. Our team works collaboratively to ensure each resident receives personalized care that maximizes function, safety, and independence.

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