Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Millennial Healthcare; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonuses

PayActiv

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

401K

Job summary

Rockledge Health and Rehabilitation Center in Rockledge, FL is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for full-time shifts. You will assist a licensed Physical Therapist to help residents recover from illness or injury and regain independence in daily activities.

A rewarding role in a supportive team with a great working environment. Requirements include a current Florida PTA license, CPR certification, and at least one year of experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility is preferred.

Qualifications

• Florida PTA license is required.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promotes and maintains health by providing physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Contributes to a physical therapist’s effectiveness by identifying patient care issues.
• Administers treatment programs for patients.
• Assesses patient health by interviewing patients and performing physical examinations.
• Instructs and counsels patients on therapeutic regimens and wellness.

Skills

Florida PTA license

CPR Certification

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Rockledge Health and Rehabilitation Center is looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join their team for Full time shifts!

WEEKLY PAY

Competitive Wages

ABOUT ROCKLEDGE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER - Located in Rockledge, FL, we are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect, dignity. It is also a great working environment for our staff as we truly value and appreciate each member of our team!

While working here, you will enjoy:

• Referral Bonuses.

• PayActiv, Access to Earned Income Prior to Pay Day

• Paid Time Off

• Medical * Dental * Vision * Life * STD Insurances.

• 401K retirement plan.

Summary of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):

A PTA is responsible for assisting Physical Therapist in helping patients recover and rehabilitate from the effects of a serious illness, injury or medical event, regaining their own best possible level of functional ability, well-being and independence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):

• Promotes and maintains health by providing physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist.

• Contributes to a physical therapist’s effectiveness by identifying patient care issues.

• Administers treatment programs for patients.

• Assesses patient health by interviewing patients, performing physical examinations, and obtaining updating, and studying therapy histories.

• Evaluates abnormal conditions by reviewing physical therapist’s interpretations of patient evaluations and test results..

• Performs therapeutic procedures by administering manual exercises and instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities.

• Helps patients in using supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.

• Instructs and counsels patients by describing therapeutic regimens, giving normal growth and development information, and promoting wellness and health maintenance.

Job Requirements of Registered Physical Therapists (PTA):

• Current Florida License as a PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant)

• Current CPR

• At least one (1) experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

Our facility uses the Florida Background Screening Clearinghouse, 435.12, Florida Statutes. Learn more at https://info.flclearinghouse.com

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