Rehab Therapy Assistant — Patient-Centered PT Support

Lake Park of Madison Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Florida; On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Park of Madison Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide clinical services to residents under physician orders and to assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating and treating patients.

The role requires an Associate degree and a current state PTA license, with strong communication skills and knowledge of accreditation standards to support compliant, high-quality care within the facility.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required and valid state PTA license.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance with state and federal regulations related to treatment environments.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical services to residents under physician's orders.
• Reports patient progress to the Physical Therapist and documents responses to treatment.
• Assists Physical Therapist in procedures, tests and complex treatments to ensure safe, effective evaluation and treatment.
• Participates in continuing education and professional development.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient, facility, and physician information.
• Maintains accurate daily billing information according to procedures.
• Attends interdisciplinary meetings to relay findings and recommendations.
• Participates in family meetings as appropriate.
• Follows Rehabilitation department documentation requirements and the Rehab Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Conducts staff training and education as appropriate.
• Reviews facility policies and Rehab Manual.
• Supervises non-professional staff as appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy

Current Physical Therapy Assistant license

Job description

Lake Park of Madison Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide clinical services to residents under physician orders and to assist the Physical Therapist in evaluating and treating patients.

The role requires an Associate degree and a current state PTA license, with strong communication skills and knowledge of accreditation standards to support compliant, high-quality care within the facility.