Pool Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Tampa General Hospital; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Florida is looking for a Pool Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant. The role involves delivering treatments under the direction of a Physical Therapist and supervising Rehab Techs. Candidates must possess an Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy and must be eligible for licensure in Florida. Basic Life Support certification is required. This position emphasizes patient education and safety compliance while completing detailed documentation for therapy sessions.

Qualifications

• Must possess an Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Florida.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physical therapy treatments as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Supervise Rehab Techs/C.N.A. in the rehab department.
• Complete necessary documentation for patient visits.

Skills

Physical Therapy Treatments

Patient Education

Conflict Resolution

Safety Compliance

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Job Description - Pool Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (260001EQ)

Job Description

Job Number

260001EQ

Description

Physical Therapist Assistant works under the Physical Therapist direction following the plan of care as documented by the Physical Therapist on the patient’s evaluation. Delivers physical therapy treatments as directed by the Physical Therapist and notifies Physical Therapist of changes in patient’s function and or progress. Supervises Rehab Techs/C.N.A. working in the rehab dept. Physical Therapist Assistant serves as educator to patients, families, co-workers, and self.

Essential Functions

• Out-Patient: completes last patient visits note with necessary objective info for the Physical therapist to complete the discharge note
• Attends dept staff meetings and contributes
• Adheres to 8-minute rule when billing charges; Provides sufficient documentation to justify charges including: duration (time in/out and per modality), and detailed descriptions of interventions
• Effectively manages problems and resolves conflict in a professional manner
• Effectively reports potential safety issues to appropriate personnel
• Identifies and challenges work processes
• Works toward continuous improvement based on customer needs
• Complies with specific hospital policy and procedures concerning infection control
• Demonstrates compliance with National Patient Safety Goals
• Willingly performs other duties as necessary

Qualifications

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program

License/Registration - Issued by Florida or Compact State

Physical Therapist Assistant or eligibility for licensure by the state of Florida

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA)

Work Experience

One (1) year Hospital Acute Care experience