Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)- PRN

Lifepoint Health; Florida; On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement with company match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Kindred Hospital The Palm Beaches in Florida is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for PRN coverage within Lifepoint Rehabilitation, part of Lifepoint Health.

You will work under a Physical Therapist to implement care plans, support patient rehab, document care, and communicate progress, while maintaining safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant in the relevant states.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team to provide quality, compassionate care in a secure setting.
• Under supervision of the Physical Therapist, implement patient care plans for rehabilitation.
• Help patients participate in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisor and team; assist with scheduling and post charges.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory and accrediting requirements.
• Instruct family or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition.
• Adhere to company policies and professional standards.

Skills

PTA program graduate

State licensure

CPR certification

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Facility Name: Kindred Hospital The Palm Beaches

Schedule: PRN

Your experience matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapist Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

Physical Therapist Assistant who excels in this role:

• Work in a team where you will provide quality, compassionate care in a secure setting
• Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, you will implement the patient's Care Plan for rehabilitation. Help mentally and/or physically impaired patients to participate in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance their performance
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
• Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal laws
• Other duties as assigned

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA program culminating in an associate degree.
• Current state licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA or equivalent in the states where services are rendered.
• CPR certification

EEOC Statement

"Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.