Physical Therapist Assistant

Westminster Communities of Florida • Lakeland, FL

28d

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 patient’s or resident’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. The role includes monitoring resident progress, maintaining documentation of activities and progress, recording billing activities, performing home assessments as part of discharge when directed by the PT, and conducting admission, quarterly, and annual screenings to determine the need for therapy as directed by the PT.

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

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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and 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