Physical Therapy Assistant

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) Plan with matching

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Mental health support

Job summary

HCA Florida North Florida Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide individualized patient care aimed at restoring mobility and independence. The role involves delivering therapeutic exercises, applying physical therapy techniques, monitoring patient progress, and educating patients and families on care. The position offers growth opportunities, scheduling flexibility, and access to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and education support.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic exercises and functional training to help patients regain independence.
• Apply physical therapy techniques and modalities to reduce pain and restore function.
• Monitor patient progress and document responses to ensure safe care.
• Teach patients how to use assistive devices and follow home exercise programs.
• Work closely with PTs, nurses, and the care team to support patient experience.

Skills

Therapeutic exercises

Physical therapy techniques

Patient monitoring

Patient education

Collaboration with care team

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA)

Vocational School Graduate

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized.

Job Summary

As a Physical Therapy Assistant at HCA Healthcare, you’ll improve the lives of patients by providing individualized care that restores mobility and independence. Supported by well‑defined processes, caseloads that let you focus on patients, and a strong partnership with your team and supervising PTs, you’ll deliver high‑quality care with confidence and impact. You'll also have access to resources like educational assistance, clear paths for growth, and scheduling flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Delivering therapeutic exercises and functional training to help patients regain independence and mobility
• Applying physical therapy techniques and modalities to reduce pain and restore function
• Monitoring patient progress and documenting responses to ensure safe, effective care
• Teaching patients and families how to use assistive devices and follow home exercise programs
• Working closely with PTs, nurses, aides, and the care team to enhance the patient experience and support a culture of excellence

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• (LPTA) Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
• Vocational School Graduate

No Travel Required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Well‑being support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial well‑being counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.