Physical Therapist Assistant

Full Job Description

JOB DUTIES AND RESPOSIBILITIES:

Duties of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) include, but are not limited to:

· Functions as participating team member who contributes to total client care under the direction and supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.

· Administer treatment program in accordance with the Plan of Care.

· Teach activities of daily living.

· Provide training in proper use of prosthetic devices and adaptive equipment.

· Observe, records and reports to supervisor conditions, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.

· Observes and reports to Licensed Physical therapist changes in the client’s condition and level of function, results of testing and responses to therapeutic program.

· Provides appropriate documentation of services in keeping with Agency policies and procedures.

· Respects patients’ rights, cultural beliefs.

· Maintains strictest confidentiality of all patient/Agency information.

· Adheres to all Agency policies and procedures including HIPAA.

· Accepts only those assignments for which qualified.

· Provides Agency with a required license or certification and necessary information to be able to verify experience.

Regulatory Requirements

· Graduate of an approved school.

· Currently licensed in the State of Florida.

· Bilingual must be fluent in English and Spanish.

· At least one year of experience under the supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist.

Language Skills:

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

• Additional languages preferred

Physical Requirements

For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Home Health
• Orthopedics

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Home health: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

Work Location: On the road