Physical Therapy Assistant

Exalt Health Rehabilitation Hospital Sarasota, LLC • Lakewood Ranch, FL

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About The Position

Exalt Health is an acute rehabilitation hospital providing intensive rehabilitation to patients who can tolerate three hours of intense rehabilitation services per day. The hospital cares for patients with complex rehabilitation needs, including stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, head trauma, medically debilitating conditions, neurological disorders, cardiopulmonary conditions, amputations, orthopedic injuries, and multiple major traumas.

The Physical Therapy Assistant is a vital member of the interdisciplinary team and works under the supervision of licensed physical therapists to deliver comprehensive rehabilitation programs. The role provides direct patient care, educates patients and families, and collaborates with healthcare professionals to support optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state where currently practicing.
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Associate degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Proficiency in documentation and medical record keeping.
• Strong understanding of current trends and best practices in rehabilitation medicine.
• Promotes a healing environment and uses resources to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Supports patient rights and promotes patient satisfaction.
• Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
• Organizes and prioritizes tasks and projects, accurately completing responsibilities within specified time constraints.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
• Effective spoken and written English communication; writes legibly.
• Works cooperatively with coworkers and other hospital employees.
• Proficient in a Microsoft Windows environment, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of inpatient rehabilitation experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient interviews and physical examinations to gather information and assess needs.
• Implement treatment plans developed by the physical therapist, including therapeutic exercises, gait training, and manual therapy techniques.
• Instruct and motivate patients to perform exercises and activities of daily living safely and effectively.
• Monitor patient progress, document treatment sessions, and report findings to the physical therapist.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatment plans, and home exercise programs.
• Assist with ambulation training and the use of assistive devices.
• Maintain a clean and safe treatment environment.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with nurses, doctors, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Stay up to date on current trends and best practices in physical therapy.

What This Job Offers

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