Ortho Physical Therapy AssistantPalm Coast, FL

Physical Therapy Assistant

When you join our team of over 40 Outpatient Clinics across Florida, you will be part of a winning team of experts dedicated to whole-person care to help our patients heal, strengthen and renew. We serve patients Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Polk, Volusia, Flagler and Lake Counties with a dedicated team of therapists, clinicians and staff willing to carry on AdventHealth's mission in the communities we serve.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission : Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

The Physical Therapist Assistant conducts physical therapy under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

The role you'll contribute :

The Physical Therapy / Therapist Assistant conducts physical therapy under the supervision of a physical therapist.

The value you'll bring to the team :

• Based on the findings and goals established by the Physical Therapist evaluation, the Therapist Assistant implements an individualized treatment plan of care utilizing Practice Standards and recommended techniques, insurance guidelines and patients' needs. Modifies treatment plan as appropriate based upon on-going assessments and consultation with the Physical Therapist.
• Collects patient data and communicates to the Physical Therapist regarding discharge recommendations when maximum benefit has been achieved and / or according to the standards of practice and payer guidelines.
• Documents accurately, completely, and timely with legible handwriting. Uses measurable and objective terminology, following standards of practice, insurance guidelines and department / hospital policy and procedures.
• Charges patients accurately, timely and legibly according to guidelines of the CPT code format, price file and according to insurance guidelines.

Qualifications

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.