Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

401k eligibility after reaching 1,000 hours

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Miami Lakes, FL, to provide exceptional patient care as part of a dedicated team. This PRN/Per Diem position plays a crucial role in aiding patients through physical therapy services.

The ideal candidate will possess a valid PTA license and BLS certification. Join us to make a difference in the lives of critically ill patients during their recovery journey.

Qualifications

• Valid state PTA license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification necessary by start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering physical therapy services and transporting patients.
• Implement treatment goals and plans from the physical therapist.
• Conduct therapeutic interventions to achieve patient goals.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Therapeutic exercises

Functional activities

Communication

Education

Valid state PTA license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Position

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location

Miami Lakes, FL

Schedule

PRN/Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world‑class inpatient post‑ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Why Join Us

• Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full‑time opportunities.
• Foster Well‑being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well‑being of you and your family members. Part‑time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.
• Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services including transportation, therapeutic exercises and functional activities.
• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the physical therapist (PT).
• Assist the PT in carrying out therapeutic interventions designed to meet the patients’ long‑term goals, including strengthening, coordination and balance exercises; posture, endurance/cardiac, functional skills and community re‑entry training; joint mobility and muscle lengthening and pain relief.
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics or assistive devices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid state PTA license.
• Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.