Physical Therapist Assistant, (PTA), Bartram Skilled Nursing Facility, Part Time

Brooks Rehabilitation•Jacksonville, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The PTA administers physical therapy treatments to patients working under the direction of and as an assistant to the Physical Therapist. Brooks Rehabilitation is a nonprofit headquartered in Jacksonville, Fla., that has been a comprehensive system of care for physical rehabilitation for more than 50 years. Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 rehabilitation hospital in Florida and top 20 in the nation, Brooks operates three inpatient hospitals in Florida and is set to expand its reach with a new hospital on Mayo Clinic's Arizona campus in 2026. Through its commitment to innovation, Brooks is at the forefront of cutting-edge research, education and technology advancing the science of rehabilitation. Brooks provides outpatient services in more than 50 locations, offers skilled nursing, home health, assisted living and memory care along with community programs and services to improve the quality of life for people living with physical disabilities. This position is located at our Bartram Crossing facility located on our beautiful 115-acre campus in Bartram Park, Fla. Brooks Bartram Crossing is one of only 19% of U.S. skilled nursing facilities recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2019-20 by U.S. News & World Report and earned Best Nursing Homes status by achieving a rating of “High Performing,” the highest possible rating, for short-term rehabilitation. Bartram Crossing also received a CMS Five-Star Rating, The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval, and the Agency for Health Care Administration’s Silver Award. The American College of Health Care Administrators recognized Bartram Crossing as a top-performing Skilled Nursing Facility based on quality indicators, occupancy and three years of survey data. Bartram Crossing has also been rated with zero deficiencies on its state survey for two years in a row. If you are passionate about serving patients with a goal to provide the best care possible and an excellent patient experience, we invite you to join our award-winning, innovative organization.

Requirements

Current PTA license in state of Florida
Current hands-on CPR/BLS Certification required.
Knowledge of federal and state professional requirements

Nice To Haves

Experience preferred, will consider a new grad.

Responsibilities

Reviews patient’s medical record for physician orders and/or change in patient status.
Regularly works with the therapist in developing individual patient therapy plans. Administers physical therapy treatment to the patients as defined by the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist.
Updates and adjusts treatment plan, as appropriate, in conjunction with the Physical Therapist, based on patient/family needs, goals, strengths, age, abilities, and preferences.
Confers with the Physical Therapist and/or other health care professionals to exchange and discuss patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
Assists in preparing patient, guest, client, and resident safety for discharge, through instruction of patient and family/caregiver and written home exercise program as necessary.
Manages schedule to meet departmental productivity expectations using sound clinical and professional reasoning.
Responds to changes in work schedule as necessary continually using time between patients and assigned duties for departmental needs.
Attends staff meetings and in-services.
Maintains accurate daily billing charges and productivity log.
Documents progress notes, case conference updates, appropriate scores, family/patient education, and all other forms in accordance with departmental policy and procedure. Contributes to discharge note as appropriate.
Maintains accurate, comprehensive, and professional written documentation.
Perform other duties as may be required from management.