Physical Therapy Assistant Full Time

Florida Rehabilitation Hospital at Tampa; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage scale

Health and wellness package

401k options

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Florida Rehabilitation Hospital at Tampa is opening February 2025. The Physical Therapy Assistant will treat patients aged 18 and up, assess functional capacity, and implement rehab plans under supervision. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Minimum qualifications include PTA licensure and BLS certification; inpatient rehab experience is a plus. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth in a new hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association/Red Cross required.
• Inpatient rehab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Treat referred patients aged 18+ to geriatric in rehabilitation.
• Assess medical condition and functional capacity; set rehab goals.
• Administer treatment program under direction of Physician/PT.
• Educate patients and families on PT methods.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

PTA license

Job description

Florida Rehabilitation Hospital at Tampa located at Woodstork and Temple Terrace is opening February 2025. Join our team to work in a beautiful new hospital with 60 private patient rooms and 2 rehab therapy gyms with cutting-edge technology.

Position Summary:

The Physical Therapy Assistant treats referred patients, ranging in age from 18 years to geriatric who are experiencing rehabilitation diagnosis or conditions requiring rehabilitation. Assists in patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities and limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients’ capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician and Physical Therapist. Educate patients and families in appropriate physical therapy methods.

Pay: Rate of pay is based on years of experience and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current state licensure as an Physical Therapist Assistant
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained from the American Heart Association and/or American Red Cross. Online certification is not acceptable

Desired Experience:

• Inpatient rehabilitation experience

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Detail-oriented, able to meet strict time frames

Join our team and you will experience a total rewards package to support your health, life, career and retirement including:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to progress in function, skill, and pay
• A competitive wage scale
• A comprehensive health and wellness package including medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

We offer a benefits package that will best suit your family’s needs. You can choose from a variety of medical coverage plans that best fit your lifestyle. You also have the option to enroll in additional perks such as 401k, life insurance, and disability plans.

Florida Rehabilitation Hospital at Tampa is an EEO employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled