Physical Therapist Assistant - Inpatient - Per Diem - Flex - MRHS

Memorial Healthcare

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Memorial Rehabilitation Institute provides specialized care for patients with complex multiple trauma, stroke, brain injury, and other physical therapy needs. Inpatient care is provided at Memorial Regional Hospital South, with outpatient services at five locations, as well as home health, long-term care resources at Memorial Manor, and pediatric therapy through Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

The role evaluates and treats patient populations for physical therapy needs. It includes assessing patients, developing and implementing plans of care, educating patients and families, and planning for discharge from therapy services. The position requires critical thinking, effective communication, decisive judgment, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and the ability to act appropriately in a stressful environment. No prior work experience is required. The position requires graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program and the listed certification and licensure credentials.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Accredited program required.
• Required BLS credential from an accepted issuer: American Heart Association e-card or non-e-card, Red Cross, or an approved grace-period credential.
• Physical Therapist License – State of Florida, as listed in the posting.
• Critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patients’ conditions.
• Supervises activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.
• Designs and implements a plan of care appropriate to identified issues and required treatment frequency, involving the patient and family.
• Plans or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.
• Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
• Provides information regarding appropriate selection and use of adaptive equipment and support resources.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed