Physical Therapy Assistant Per Diem Days MMH

Universal Health Services; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Excellent medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing program

Tuition savings for further education

Career development opportunities

Pet insurance

Benefits website access

Job summary

Universal Health Services seeks a Per Diem Acute Care Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide adult and geriatric physical therapy in an acute care hospital setting under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Responsibilities include mobility support, discharge planning, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires at least 1 year outpatient experience, knowledge of EMR systems, and strong communication with patients and caregivers.

Qualifications

• State of Florida PTA license or license-eligible.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum 1 year outpatient experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy interventions as outlined in the established plan of care.
• Assist patients with functional mobility, gait training, transfers, balance activities, and therapeutic exercises.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate progress or changes to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Accurately document treatments, patient responses, and outcomes in the electronic medical record.
• Educate patients and caregivers on safe mobility techniques, exercises, and equipment use.
• Participate in discharge planning, including recommendations for post-acute therapy needs.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational/Technical School/Diploma

Associate's degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Other

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for providing competent treatment to in-patients and/or out-patients in compliance with Manatee Health policies, standards and philosophy, The Joint Commission standards, and the APTA Code of Ethics under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapy Assistant will provide intervention to individuals who experience a loss of and/or deficiency in functional independence related to chronic, traumatic or developmental illness, impairment and/or disability. Interventions are developed with the patient and their family and/or caregivers as partners in the rehabilitation process.

Demonstrates Service Excellence at all times. Other duties as assigned.

Schedule

• Per diem / PRN
• Variable shifts based on department needs, including weekends and holidays as required

Position Summary

The Per Diem Acute Care Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy treatments to adult and geriatric patients in an acute care hospital setting under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. This role supports patient mobility, functional independence, and safe discharge planning while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy interventions as outlined in the established plan of care
• Assist patients with functional mobility, gait training, transfers, balance activities, and therapeutic exercises
• Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate progress or changes to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Accurately document treatments, patient responses, and outcomes in the electronic medical record
• Educate patients and caregivers on safe mobility techniques, exercises, and equipment use
• Participate in discharge planning, including recommendations for post-acute therapy needs
• Adhere to hospital policies, infection control guidelines, and safety standards
• Collaborate effectively with nursing, case management, physicians, and other disciplines

Preferred

• Previous acute care or hospital-based therapy experience
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, transfer, and assist patients as required
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Ability to safely handle medical and therapeutic equipment

About Manatee Memorial Hospital (MMH)

Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, Florida, has served the citizens of Manatee, Sarasota and surrounding counties for over 70 years and has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval.

The 295-bed hospital with over 800 physicians, residents and allied health professionals, offers advanced healthcare services in a caring and compassionate environment. Services include cardiac care and cardiovascular medicine, emergency care for all ages, surgery services - including robotic-assisted surgery with the da Vinci Surgical System, a weight-loss program, orthopedic services, outpatient and inpatient radiology and rehabilitation, respiratory care, sleep, oncology, wound care and women's and children's services.

Manatee Memorial Hospital offers a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for babies with special needs and has the only Pediatric Center hospital-based outpatient multidisciplinary pediatric therapy center in Manatee County.

MMH offers comprehensive benefits such as:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World's Most Admired Companies and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Not Required

• High School Diploma/GED
• Vocational/Technical School/Diploma
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Other

Licensure/Certification Requirements

Required

• State of Florida Physical Therapy Assistant License or license-eligible
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Experience Requirements

Required

• Minimum of one (1) year outpatient experience

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.