Physical Therapy Assistant PRN

About the role

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our team on a PRN basis.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• Associate degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Clear/active State of Florida Physical Therapy Assistant license
• Current Functional Independence Measure (FIM) required
• Experience in appropriate healthcare setting – inpatient rehab – preferred
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Critical thinking and adaptability
• Services excellence and good interpersonal communication skills
• Able to read/comprehend written instructions
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions
• General PC skills
• Able to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting patients and /or equipment up to 50 pounds

Qualifications

• Associate degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Clear/active State of Florida Physical Therapy Assistant license
• Current Functional Independence Measure (FIM) required
• Experience in appropriate healthcare setting – inpatient rehab – preferred
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Critical thinking and adaptability
• Services excellence and good interpersonal communication skills
• Able to read/comprehend written instructions
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions
• General PC skills
• Able to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting patients and /or equipment up to 50 pounds

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.