Physical Therapist Assistant at Florida Presbyterian Homes, Inc. in Lakeland, Florida

Job Description:

 Why work for us? 

• Competitive Hourly Wage

• Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 403b.

• Paid Time Off Plan

• Work Alongside Industry Experts That Take Pride in Their Work

• Supportive Management Team That Put Employees First Warm and Friendly Work Environment


• Flexible Schedule 

JOB SUMMARY: 

Direct supervision from the Program Manager or Therapist for each patient/resident assigned to the Physical Therapist and is dependent on the nature of the skilled tasks and the complexities of the patients=/residents= presenting condition. May receive clinical supervision from Therapists.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

•  Responsible for carrying out Care Plan as designed by the Physical Therapist (PT). Assist the PT during evaluations.


•  Monitor resident’s progress and communicate with PT.


•  Maintain documentation in system of resident’s activities, record progress and document billing activities. Perform Resident’s Home Assessment as part of the discharge process as directed by the PT.


•  Perform Resident’s screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy as directed by the PT.

QUALIFICATION YOU POSSESS:

Education and Experience:

AA Degree from an APTA accredited program. Licensure where required by law.

Two (2) years’ experience in a health care setting preferred.

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