Physical Therapy Assistant 1

University of Miami; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Miami's Department of Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant 1 to work in Miami, FL. The incumbent supports patient rehabilitation activities, demonstrates exercise instruction, and participates in patient evaluation and testing to help restore function and mobility.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clinicians, adherence to privacy standards, and contribution to quality and safety initiatives while delivering compassionate care in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Associate degree required and Florida PTA license required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with evaluation of new patients and goals; help develop treatment plans.
• Document evaluations, treatments, and patient interactions.
• Provide information to patients and families about conditions and home activities.
• Communicate with physicians to obtain information and suggest treatment revisions.
• Utilize treatment tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain productivity and adjust schedule for clinic needs.

Skills

Learning agility

Teamwork

Technical proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant or related field

Tools

Office software

Job description

Position Overview

The Department of Physical Therapy is currently seeking a full time Physical Therapy Assistant 1 to work in Miami, FL.

The Physical Therapy Assistant 1 assists with a patient's rehabilitative activities. Additionally, the incumbent facilitates exercise instruction and demonstration, and patient evaluation and testing. An employee in this position works with an emphasis on helping patients and clients suffering from injuries or diseases to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Assists with the evaluation of new patients, establishment of goals, and development of appropriate treatment plans.
2. Documents all evaluations, treatments, and other pertinent patient interactions.
3. Provides relevant information to patients and families regarding medical conditions and gives them instructions for conducting home activities.
4. Communicates with physicians and their staff to obtain necessary information and suggests revisions in treatment.
5. Utilizes treatment tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
6. Maintains a satisfactory level of productivity and demonstrates willingness to adjust personal schedule in case of crisis and real clinic need.
7. Participates in quality and safety improvement activities.
8. Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal, local, and state guidelines and regulations.
9. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in relevant field required
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required
• Valid State of Florida Physical Therapy Assistant license required
• Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Benefits

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status

Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff

Mission

The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service.

Additional Information

A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation. The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride. The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019. The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022. With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.