Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant - Outpatient

Cleveland Clinic•Stuart, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland Clinic Martin Health is hiring a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant for its outpatient center on the Martin South campus. The position applies therapeutic techniques to rehabilitate patients with functional limitations, impairments, and disorders, working in conjunction with a Physical Therapist. The role supports the health system’s mission and values and offers opportunities to participate in Special Interest Groups, initiate process-improvement projects, join committees, and take leadership classes. The caregiver works Monday through Friday, generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility in start and end times based on business needs. Floating between Martin North, Martin South, and Tradition Hospitals is required as needed. Work involves patient treatment and documentation, equipment and department upkeep, and collaboration with therapists and other personnel.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an accredited school of Physical Therapy Assisting.
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the state of Florida.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.
Internship experience.
Ability to lift and carry equipment, supplies, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds without mechanical devices or assistance.
Ability to stoop, push, reach, and pull when moving patients or equipment into treatment position.
Reasoning, mathematical, and English-language skills.
Ability to work at a fast pace, prioritize multiple assignments and projects, respond to numerous requests, resolve conflicts among staff, and work collaboratively.
Ability to work with minimal sustained direction and to self-start and self-motivate.

Nice To Haves

Aquatic rehabilitation experience.
Experience in an acute-care setting.

Responsibilities

Implement patient treatment plans following Physical Therapist evaluations, with a thorough understanding of procedures and goals.
Discuss possible changes to treatment approaches with the supervising therapist and assist in preparing new programs.
Take responsibility for patients’ care, safety, and well-being during assigned activities, and follow precautions and equipment procedures to avoid delaying healing or injuring patients.
Document each patient visit according to departmental policies and procedures.
Maintain and care for equipment and apparatus.
Maintain department order and cleanliness and use supplies, linens, and utilities economically.
Provide appropriate billing for each patient visit according to departmental policies and procedures.
Assist with on-the-job training of ancillary personnel.
Float between Martin North, Martin South, and Tradition Hospitals as needed.