Physical Therapy Assistant - Outpatient - FT

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS)•Cape Coral, FL

4h•$28 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Gulf Coast Village is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team in Cape Coral, FL. This role is a paid opportunity to serve others, live the mission of the organization, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. Gulf Coast Village is a community of Volunteers of America National Services and is proud to be Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years. The position offers daytime hours, Monday through Friday, with no weekends required.

Requirements

A graduate from a physical therapist assistant curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association and is currently licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state (if license is available).
Able to understand medical terminology and how it applies to physical therapy, to communicate with residents, staff and physicians, and how to prepare meaningful reports.
This position requires compliance with Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening process.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year experience as a physical therapist assistant is preferred.
Long-term care experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Perform physical therapy treatments and related duties as may be delegated by the physical therapist.
Respond promptly to acute changes in the patient’s physiological state and to report and record pertinent changes.
Modify treatment techniques in conference with the registered physical therapist.
Teach patients, resident’s families and other health care providers to perform selected treatment procedures and functional activities.
Directly assist the physical therapist in performing complex evaluations and/or treatment procedures.