Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

About the role

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team.

Responsibilities

• Supports consumer marketing and public awareness through participation in community events, educational lectures, and other extensions of clinical expertise to the community.
• Implements individualized treatment plans based on physical therapy evaluations and through consideration of practice standards, recommended techniques, insurance guidelines, and patient needs.
• Modifies treatment plans as necessary based on ongoing assessments in consultation with physical therapist.
• Collects patient data and communicates with the physical therapists regarding discharge recommendations when maximum benefit has been achieved.
• Documents patient care accurately, completely, and timely using measurable and objective terminology, following standards of practice, insurance guidelines, and department/hospital policies.
• Charges patients accurately and timely according to CPT code format, price file, and insurance guidelines.
• Oversees the care provided by rehabilitation aides according to established regulations and practice standards, and may involve coordinating activities of rehabilitation aides, students, and other support personnel.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapy
• Treating Ortho population experience (preferred)
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS)
• Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) certification or equivalent

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree in Physical Therapy
• Experience: Treating Ortho population experience (preferred)

Skills

• Employee and patient safety
• Community engagement and outreach
• Individualized treatment plan development
• Ongoing assessment and modification of treatment plans
• Data collection and communication with healthcare professionals
• Patient documentation and billing
• Supervision of rehabilitation aides

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Pay

The anticipated minimum pay rate for this position is $25/hour.

Schedule

Full time, Monday - Friday 10am - 7pm and sometimes half day Saturday.

Location

Address: Sports Medicine and Rehab
3140 Waterman Way, Tavares, FL 32778

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$21.56 - $40.09