Physical Therapy Assistant. Outpatient Rehab, Downtown Clinic

Baptist Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $3,000 Sign on Bonus

Job summary

Baptist Health in Jacksonville is seeking a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant for the Outpatient Rehab Department at Baptist Beaches Clinic.

The role involves working with orthopedic and general medical cases under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Ideal candidates should have the necessary education, state licensing, and a commitment to delivering quality patient care.

Up to $3,000 sign-on bonus is available for new hires.

Qualifications

• Must have experience treating patients in an outpatient setting.
• Associate degree or higher in Physical Therapy Assistant is required.
• Certification and licensing from the state of Florida is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services to patients as prescribed by the physician.
• Participates in departmental operations and performance improvement activities.
• Ensures budget guidelines are followed.
• Completes mandatory education and licensure requirements.

Skills

Experience treating patients in an outpatient setting

Knowledge of orthopedic and general medical diagnoses

Education

Associate degree (or higher) in Physical Therapy Assistant

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant from FL Department of Health

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association

Job description

Baptist Medical Center is looking to add a Physical Therapy Assistant to our Outpatient Rehab Department in downtown Jacksonville, FL. This is a full‑time position at our Baptist Beaches Clinic, working weekdays with no weekend requirements. We are looking to add a Physical Therapy Assistant to our adult outpatient team. Caseload includes various diagnoses - orthopedic and general medical. The ideal candidate will have experience treating patients in an outpatient setting.

• Up to $3,000 Sign on Bonus

Job Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, provides physical therapy services to patients, as prescribed by the attending physician, to help improve or restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability.
• Participates in departmental operations and performance improvement activities.
• Responsible for remaining within budget guidelines.
• Participates in mandatory education and licensure requirements.

Education & Credential Requirements

• Associate degree (or higher) in Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant from FL Department of Health required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required.

Primary Location: Downtown - Hill Breast Center