PRN Physical Therapist Assistant/ PTA

Adoration Health•BOYNTON BEACH, FL

55d•$34 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Adoration Health is expanding to Boyton Beach and is looking for an experienced PTA who is enthusiastic about empowering clients with strength and independence. The ideal candidate is familiar with Independent Living, Assisted Living, Geriatric and/or Outpatient settings and values flexibility, autonomy, and providing personalized one-on-one care. Adoration Health, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, provides quality and compassionate services in the comfort of home, supporting patients, families, and caregivers. The company was formed to fill the need for a loving, community-focused, caring organization that empowers patients to live with dignity and celebrate a life well-lived.

Requirements

Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant training program.
Current Physical Therapist Assistant certification in state of practice.
Current Live CPR Certification.
Two-step TB skin test required.
Proof of Auto Insurance.
Knowledge of evidence-based therapy interventions.
Familiarity with assisted living, independent living, geriatrics and/or home health.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures.
Duties require fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking/standing for extended periods.
Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times.
A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on specific location policy, local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
This position is subject to a level 2 background screening.

Nice To Haves

One year preferred.
New grads encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assisting the Physical Therapist in the implementation of treatment intervention.
Administer therapeutic exercises and activities to improve patients' strength, mobility, and function.
Providing training to individuals and any others involved in their rehabilitation, and documenting results of the training.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
Supporting individuals' plan of treatment by documenting and reporting status changes to the multi-disciplinary team members as appropriate.
Other duties as assigned.