Physical Therapy Assistant

The Orthopaedic Institute; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Orthopaedic Institute in Ocala, Florida is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to support licensed physical therapists in implementing rehabilitation plans that improve mobility, function, and strength for patients. The role emphasizes accurate data recording, ROM measurements, and patient-focused care.

Ideal candidates hold Florida PTA licensure and graduate from an accredited PTA program. Prior post-acute care experience is preferred, and the position requires the ability to work

Qualifications

• Current Florida Physical Therapy Assistant License.
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program (APTA).
• 1 year experience in post-acute care preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong communication and dedication to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in preparing for therapy and return to daily activities, including dressing and using braces or crutches.
• Record data progress during therapy sessions.
• Measure and track range of motion.
• Perform administrative duties.
• Answer inquiries from patients and staff.
• Assist patients with counting exercises.
• Clean and prepare equipment for therapy sessions.

Skills

Fast-paced

Communication

Patient care

Education

Florida PTA license

Accredited PTA program (APTA)

Job description

Description

JOB OVERVIEW:

The physical therapy assistant assists physical therapists in the implementation of patient rehabilitation programs to help improve patient mobility, function and strength.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Assists patients in preparing for therapy and return trip. Assists with dressing and undressing and removing and putting on braces or supportive equipment, prostheses or crutches.
• Records data progress during therapy sessions.
• Measures and tracks range of motion.
• Perform administrative duties.
• Answers inquiries.
• Assists patients with keeping track of counting exercises.
• Cleans and prepares equipment for therapy sessions

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS/LICENSE:

Current Florida Physical Therapy Assistant License

EDUCATION:

Must be a graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (APTA)

EXPERIENCE:

One (1) year experience in post-acute care or related setting preferred

SKILLS:

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Dedication to patient care

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• Possess the ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer based work, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.)
• The position walks, sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves continually during working hours.
• Frequently lift and/or move over 50 pounds.
• Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding).
• Travel may be required to existing or new TOI locations.