Physical Therapy Assistant PRN

About the Role

As a Physical Therapy Assistant at HCA Healthcare, you'll improve the lives of patients by providing individualized care that restores mobility and independence. Supported by well-defined processes, caseloads that let you focus on patients, and a strong partnership with your team and supervising PTs, you'll deliver high-quality care with confidence and impact. You'll also have access to resources like educational assistance, clear paths for growth, and scheduling flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment and rehabilitative services to patients to improve mobility, relieve pain and disability under the direction of the Physical Therapist
• Conduct patient education, including post care planning, proper use of supportive devices and equipment, and gait and functional training
• Record, monitor, analyze and review clinical data
• Provide feedback to therapist regarding possible modifications to treatment plan and goals based upon patient performance
• Adapt recognized therapeutic techniques and modalities to meet the needs of the patient
• Collaborate with patient service departments and community service agencies to coordinate and conduct educational outreach programs and learning activities
• Utilize appropriate methods and material for effective learning, monitor response to education and adapt program as needed
• Deliver therapeutic exercises and functional training to help patients regain independence and mobility
• Apply physical therapy techniques and modalities to reduce pain and restore function
• Monitor patient progress and documenting responses to ensure safe, effective care
• Teach patients and families how to use assistive devices and follow home exercise programs
• Work closely with PTs, nurses, aides, and the care team to enhance the patient experience and support a culture of excellence

Qualifications

• Associate of Science (A.S) degree or Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current state of Florida Physical Therapy Assistant license
• Current FIM (Functional Independence Measure) required
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) through American Heart Association (AHA) — must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Critical thinking and adaptability; service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; PC skills
• Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting patients and/or equipment up to 50 pounds
• Experience in appropriate healthcare setting preferred
• No travel required

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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