Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

The-Club-Health-and-Rehab; The Villages (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great employee appreciation

PayActiv access

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Club Health and Rehab Center in The Villages, FL is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our skilled nursing and rehabilitation team. This role supports physical therapists to help residents regain function and independence.

Qualified candidates hold a Florida PTA license, CPR, and prefer SNF experience. We offer a supportive environment, competitive pay, and a positive staff culture.

Qualifications

• Current Florida License as a PTA.
• Current CPR.
• At least one year of experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promotes and maintains health by providing physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Contributes to the 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/update therapy histories.
• Evaluates abnormal conditions by reviewing therapist evaluations and test results.
• Performs therapeutic procedures by guiding patients through exercises and activities.
• Assists patients with devices such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Instructs and counsels patients on regimens and wellness.

Skills

Licensed PTA

CPR Certification

SNF experience preferred

Education

Florida PTA license

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

The Club Health and Rehab Center is looking for Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)to join their team!

Eligible for The Villages Charter Schools

Competitive Pay

Great Employee Appreciation

ABOUT THE CLUB HEALTH & REHAB CENTER - Located in The Villages, 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 and 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:

• PayActiv, Access to Earned Income Prior to Pay Day
• Paid Time Off (Full Time or Part Time)
• Medical * Dental * Vision * Life * STD Insurances. (Full Time)
• 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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