Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Healthpro Heritage, LLC•Leesburg, FL

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About The Position

HealthPro Heritage is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Leesburg, Florida. The position is based in a skilled nursing facility/long-term care setting. The PTA assists with implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists and provides direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications. The role also involves monitoring and documenting patient progress, reporting observations to the Physical Therapist, and educating patients and families about treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques. The PTA documents treatments, progress, and patient responses in accordance with facility policies and regulatory standards, and collaborates with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to coordinate care and support effective outcomes. The advertised hourly rate starts at $34 and may be higher depending on experience. Benefits are available starting in month one. HealthPro Heritage describes itself as a therapist-led organization providing clinical services across various settings and emphasizes compassionate care, professional growth, collaboration, and high-quality outcomes.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligibility.
Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists.
Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
Monitor and document patient progress and report observations to the Physical Therapist.
Educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to coordinate patient care and support effective treatment outcomes.