PTA-Per Diem (Inpatient Rehab)

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Purpose : A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in an inpatient rehab setting works under a Physical Therapist (PT) to provide hands-on care to patients recovering from injuries or illnesses. Their daily work involves implementing treatment plans through therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and patient education, as well as communicating with the PT and other healthcare team members to monitor patient progress.

Shift : 11 : 00pm - 7 : 30pm

What you will do :

• Demonstrates competency in the administration of all patient care activities.
• Provides for variety and creativity in treatment programs.
• Safe work practices and proper body mechanics are displayed consistently.
• Takes responsibility to seek out yearly assessment of competencies, both general and area specific.
• Accurate results are consistently obtained from tests and measurements.
• Confers with Physical Therapists to clarify and update patient medical status, treatment plans, contraindications and goals. Ongoing, open discussions regarding specific patients needs are expected.
• Provides necessary discharge instructions, including written programs.
• Effectively provides patient and family education, when appropriate.
• Assists with the completion of discharge summaries.

Minimum Qualifications :

Graduate of Accredited School for Physical Therapy Assistants required

Licensure : Current Florida State Licensure required.

National Certification (NBCOT) preferred

BLS required.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.