Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - PRN

ClearSky Health•Lake City, FL

63d•Onsite

About The Position

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. We are always in searching for patient focused Physical Therapy Assistants to join our care team. Are you a dedicated and compassionate clinician seeking a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Submit your application to be considered for a PRN Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) as we continue to grow and expand our care team at ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Lake City, FL Click here to watch a video and learn more about what it is to be a part of the ClearSky Rehabilitation team. Authentic. Inspiring. Transformative. ClearSky Health and our affiliated Hospitals provide high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. We value our employees’ skills, talents, and input. We believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are: Valued Treated with dignity Respected Provided educational and training opportunities Recognized Rewarded ClearSky Health has plans to open a medical rehabilitation hospital at the location listed below. If you are interested in learning more, please email us and send your resume to [email protected].

Requirements

Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
Basic Life Support/CPR Certification required.

Nice To Haves

One year of direct patient care experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide components of physical therapy procedures along with related tasks that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of our patients experiencing injuries or disease while integrating company values into daily practice under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
Assists Physical Therapist in determining patient abilities and/or limitations in establishing treatment goals and in planning appropriate physical therapy treatment.
Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, completes documentation of patient status/progress for assigned patients.
Reports observation of patient performance to Physical Therapist.
Provides age-related and culturally sensitive delivery of patient care services.
Collaborates with the patient, team members, and area staff during the rehabilitation process to ensure quality care.
Coordinates with interdisciplinary team on patient needs, treatment modifications, and progress.
Assists in safe and efficient management and maintenance of the therapy program areas, equipment and supplies.
Complies with quality control, safety, infection and emergency procedures consistent with hospital policy.
May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.