Physical Therapy Asst

HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital in Florida is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to help patients regain mobility and independence through individualized care. You will work with supervising PTs and a supportive team, delivering high‑quality care and benefiting from clear pathways for growth and flexible scheduling.

You will be part of a comprehensive Rehabilitation Center team with access to education support, benefits, and a strong culture focused on patient experience and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• BCLS certification required within 30 days of start date.
• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA).
• Associate degree required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic exercises and functional training to help patients regain independence and mobility.
• Apply physical therapy techniques and modalities to reduce pain and restore function.
• Monitor patient progress and document responses for safe, effective care.
• Teach patients and families how to use assistive devices and follow home exercise programs.
• Collaborate with PTs, nurses, aides, and the care team to enhance patient experience and team excellence.

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump‑start your career as a Physical Therapy Assistant today with Rehabilitation Center.

Job Summary and Qualifications

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.

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic exercises and functional training to help patients regain independence and mobility.
• Apply physical therapy techniques and modalities to reduce pain and restore function.
• Monitor patient progress and document responses to ensure safe, effective care.
• Teach patients and families how to use assistive devices and follow home exercise programs.
• Work 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.
• Associate Degree.

Other Details

No travel required.

No experience required.

Rehabilitation Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing 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 wellbeing 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.

Benefits Eligibility Note

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.