Physical Therapy Assistant, PTA

LHC Group; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Physical Therapy Assistant, where your skills will help build trusted relationships with patients. This role offers the chance to work independently while receiving support for continuing education and career growth. Embrace a culture focused on caring and trust, ensuring that you make a meaningful impact in patients' lives. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization provides a supportive environment for your professional journey.

Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Qualifications

• Licensed to assist in physical therapy practice in Florida.
• Current CPR certification and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatment and provide exercise instruction to improve patient well-being.
• Instruct patients in active and passive exercises and functional activities.
• Coordinate care with other healthcare team members.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Exercise Instruction

Therapy Techniques

Education

Current Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Physical Therapy Assistant to cover the following zip codes: 32765, 32766, 32826, 32820, 32817, 32814, 32792, 32789, 32732, 32751.

Salary based on full-time employment and maximum productivity: $56,978 to $70,936 per year.

At Mederi Caretenders, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust, and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve. It truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you can expect:

• The ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships.
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Independence and autonomy.
• Career growth possibilities.

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.

• Responsible for following all state-specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, following the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; performing only procedures qualified and trained for; and making recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising PT.
• Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional activities, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, nurse supervisor, and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in condition. Coordinates care with other healthcare team members as appropriate.
• Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other healthcare team members in therapy areas within the physical therapy assistant's scope.

Education and Experience

License Requirements:

• Current licensed, registered, or certified to assist in physical therapy practice in Florida.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review our comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Mederi Caretenders, part of the LHC Group family, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care supporting patients at home, in hospice, community services, and inpatient settings. Our mission: It's all about helping people.