PRN Physical Therapist Assistant

Lee Health; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their Rehabilitation Services team. This role involves providing essential physical therapy services under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and engaging with patients and their families. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and critical thinking skills, along with a commitment to professionalism and learning. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while working in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited PTA program is required.
• Active Florida State Physical Therapist Assistant licensure is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
• Educate and interact with patients, families, and students.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Professionalism

Stress Management

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Location: Lee Memorial Hospital - 2776 Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901

Department: Rehabilitation Services

Work Type: PRN

Shift: Shift 1 (Weekends only!)

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $33.74 / hour

Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist (PT). PTAs implement selected components of patient/client interventions and obtain data related to that intervention; make modifications in selected interventions either to progress the patient/client as directed by the Physical Therapist or to ensure patient/client safety and comfort; educate and interact with Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant students, technicians, volunteers, patients/clients' families, and caregivers; and respond to patient/client and environmental emergency situations. The PTA is expected to conduct themselves in an effective professional behavior manner. The attributes, characteristics, or behaviors required for success in this job include: critical thinking, communication, problem solving, interpersonal skills, responsibility, professionalism, use of constructive feedback, effective use of time and resources, stress management, and commitment to learning.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree/Diploma Obtained	Program of Study	Required/ Preferred
Associate's	PTA	Required

Additional Requirements

Eligible Lee Health candidates are required to graduate from an accredited program. The accepted accrediting body required for Lee Health's Rehabilitation Professionals is the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

Experience Requirements

Minimum Years Required	Area of Experience	Required/ Preferred
No Experience Required

State of Florida Licensure Requirements

Active Florida State Physical Therapist Assistant licensure required.

Certifications/Registration Requirements

Certificates/Registrations: Required.

US: FL: Fort Myers