Acute Physical Therapist Asst Pool

Acute Physical Therapist Assistant - Pool / PRN

BayCare is currently in search of our newest Acute Physical Therapist Assistant - Pool / PRN who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. Founded in 1916, Morton Plant Hospital was the first hospital built in northern Pinellas County. Known for advanced medical technologies, cutting-edge clinical research, and outstanding patient care, Morton Plant Hospital is nationally recognized as a leader in the field. The 599-bed facility provides highly technical and specialized care to more than 50,000 patients annually and works in more than 50 specialty areas. Morton Plant Hospital is on a continuous path of transformation to meet the future health care needs of the community.

Acute Physical Therapy Assistant responsibilities :

• Assists Physical Therapists with the administration of interventions utilized in physical therapy and rehabilitation for patients with various musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, and orthopedic conditions.
• Collaborate with the therapist to help patients regain mobility, manage pain, and improve overall physical function.
• May progress patients / residents in the treatment plan developed by the physical therapist.
• May provide direct clinical supervision for Rehabilitation Technicians, Massage Therapists, Athletic Trainers, and Fitness Specialists.

Team members with temporary permits must work under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist that has been licensed for a minimum of six months. A supervising licensed Physical Therapist may only supervise one permittee at any given time.

Requirements :

Facility : BayCare Health System, Rehab Services Main-MPH

Location : Morton Plant - Clearwater, FL

Status : Pool, Exempt : No

Shift Hours : Open for discussion (16 hours / week)

Shift = Days

Weekend Work : Occasional

On Call : No

How often will this team member be working remotely? Never

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans / Disabled