Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA)
About the Organization
St. Mary's Medical Center (SMMC), part of the Palm Beach Health Network, is a 420-bed acute care hospital in West Palm Beach. The hospital has been serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast for more than 80 years. SMMC is a Level 1 Trauma Center, a state-designated Pediatric Trauma Referral Center, certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, and has a level III NICU. Pediatric services are provided at the Palm Beach Children's Hospital at St. Mary's Medical Center, which is the only dedicated children's hospital between Ft. Lauderdale and Orlando. Along with 24/7 dedicated pediatric emergency and trauma care, Palm Beach Children's Hospital's medical staff consists of 196 pediatricians in 36 subspecialties.
About the Role
The Certified PT Aide functions under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist, providing direct treatment and assisting with formulation of the patient treatment plan.
Job Shift: Days
Job Type: Per Diem
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED
- 0-2 years of experience
- Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant
- BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association)
Benefits
The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.