Physical Therapist Assistant

Westminster Brand 051816 • Lakeland, FL

27d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant works in the Therapy Department, carrying out care plans designed by the Physical Therapist (PT) and assisting the PT during evaluations. The position reports directly to the Program Manager or to the Therapist responsible for each assigned patient or resident, depending on the skilled tasks and the complexity of the individual’s condition. Clinical supervision may be provided by Therapists. This is a full-time position scheduled for 30–35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with rotating weekends.

Requirements

• Associate of Arts degree from an APTA-accredited program.
• Licensure where required by law.
• Outpatient experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in a health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents’ progress and communicate with the Physical Therapist.
• Maintain system documentation of residents’ activities, record progress, and document billing activities.
• Perform residents’ home assessments as part of the discharge process, as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Perform resident screenings during admission and quarterly and annual screenings to determine the need for therapy, as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Carry out care plans designed by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist during evaluations.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Job- and location-specific benefits, such as discounted meals and shift differentials

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree