Physical Therapist Assistant-PACE
About The Position
The Physical Therapist Assistant will implement an individual patient therapy care plan that has been prepared by the Physical Therapist and work under the supervision of the Physical Therapist. Reporting to the Supervisor, Rehab Services, your essential responsibilities include, but may not be limited to: How You’ll Make an Impact Perform routine strengthening exercises and therapeutic exercises as outlined by the lead PT Assist in teaching exercise programs to patient and family Consult with therapist regarding the outcome of home visits and report findings in written forms Submit written daily notes as required Observe and record activities and findings in the record Instruct other health team personnel and family members in certain aspects of physical therapy with which they work with the client Participate with staff, client and physician in discharge activities and assists in completing the discharge summary Communicate effectively with all those providing care Performs other job duties as assigned
Requirements
- Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Licensed in the state of Florida.
- Valid driver's license and automobile insurance in the State of Florida.
- 2 years' experience with a minimum of one year experience with the frail and elderly.
- Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule.
- Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms.
- Ability to effectively communicate in English.
- Flexible schedule to meet the needs of participants.
- Ability to physically access any home i.e. navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning, in any area Company serves.
- Ability to manage stress.
- Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting participants and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
- The Physical Therapy Assistant shall be a graduate of an approved school giving a course of not less than two (2) Years for Physical Therapy Assistants and be currently licensed in the State of Florida as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine strengthening exercises and therapeutic exercises as outlined by the lead PT
- Assist in teaching exercise programs to patient and family
- Consult with therapist regarding the outcome of home visits and report findings in written forms
- Submit written daily notes as required
- Observe and record activities and findings in the record
- Instruct other health team personnel and family members in certain aspects of physical therapy with which they work with the client
- Participate with staff, client and physician in discharge activities and assists in completing the discharge summary
- Communicate effectively with all those providing care
- Performs other job duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life and Supplemental Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Employee Recognition and Appreciation Programs
- Exclusive Employee Discounts through Tickets At Work
- Free Parking
- On-site Dining and Employee Cafeteria
- Career Growth and Internal Advancement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
