Physical Therapy Assistant - FT

Life Care Services • The Villages, FL

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About The Position

Freedom Pointe at the Villages is hiring a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant to provide compassionate rehabilitation services to older adults. The role focuses on individualized therapy and helping residents regain function, independence, and quality of life. The assistant works with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care team, and maintains timely, accurate documentation. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered; program details are available from Human Resources.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Previous therapy experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF).
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
• Complete background screening through the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized therapy services, including screening, evaluation, treatment, program planning, and implementation.
• Communicate patient progress, needs, and goals with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner to support billing and payroll requirements.
• Support residents in regaining function, independence, and quality of life.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus; program details available from Human Resources.
• DailyPay to manage earnings on the employee’s own schedule.
• Charter School benefit.
• Supportive, team-focused workplace culture.
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Full-time benefits.
• Monthly recognition awards, employee engagement activities, and pop-up appreciation events.

What This Job Offers

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