Physical Therapy Assistant PRN
About The Position
The Physical Therapy Assistant provides individualized care to help patients restore mobility and independence. Working with supervising physical therapists and the broader care team, the assistant delivers therapeutic exercises and functional training, applies physical therapy techniques and modalities, monitors and documents patient progress, and educates patients and families on assistive devices and home exercise programs. The role is PRN and offers scheduling flexibility, educational assistance, and opportunities for growth. HCA Florida University Hospital is a 165-bed hospital serving Davie and surrounding communities in Broward County, Florida. The hospital opened in 2021, has 600 colleagues and more than 750 physicians, and provides a broad range of healthcare services.
Requirements
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (LPTA).
- Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Associate degree.
Responsibilities
- Deliver therapeutic exercises and functional training to help patients regain independence and mobility.
- Apply physical therapy techniques and modalities to reduce pain and restore function.
- Monitor patient progress and document responses to support safe, effective care.
- Teach patients and families how to use assistive devices and follow home exercise programs.
- Work with physical therapists, nurses, aides, and the care team to enhance the patient experience and support a culture of excellence.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
- Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
- 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
- Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
- Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
- Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
- Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
