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Acute Physical Therapist Assistant

Part-time

BayCare Health System

Riverview, FLPart-timeSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
Riverview, FL
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Basic Life Support CertificationPhysical Therapy Assistant CertificationPTA Temporary Licensure Within 6 MonthsAssociate's degree

Job overview

BayCare Health System is hiring an Acute Physical Therapist Assistant. BayCare Health System seeks an Acute Care Physical Therapist Assistant for its St. Joseph’s Hospital‑South in Riverview, FL. The role involves assisting with treatment plans, providing therapeutic exercises, monitoring patient progress, educating patients and families, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring documentation and safety standards are met.

Key focus areas include Assist in implementing treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist, Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional ADL mobility interventions, and Monitor and document patient progress, reporting changes to the supervising therapist.

Important skills include Basic Life Support, Physical Therapy Assistant License, Communication, and Interpersonal Skills. Preferred (not required): Fast‑Paced Teamwork.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Basic Life SupportPhysical Therapy Assistant LicenseCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsFast‑Paced Teamwork

Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Physical TherapyBasic Life Support CertificationPhysical Therapy Assistant CertificationPTA Temporary Licensure Within 6 Months1‑Year Physical Therapy Assistant ExperienceAcute Care Experience

Full job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare is currently in search of our newest Acute Care Physical Therapist Assistant Pool/PRN who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. St. Joseph’s Hospital-South has been named one of the 100 Top Hospitals® in the U.S. by Fortune®/Merative™. We are a full-service hospital offering outpatient services, intensive care, a 24-bed maternity unit, imaging, lab, surgical services, and more, in a relaxing, family-centered environment.

Acute Care Physical Therapist Assistant Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in implementing treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.

  • Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional ADL (Activities of Daily Living) mobility interventions.

  • Monitor and document patient progress, reporting changes to the supervising therapist.

  • Educate patients and families on exercises and techniques to support recovery.

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nurses, physicians, and occupational therapists.

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.

  • Ensure patient safety and comfort during therapy sessions.

  • Adhere to infection control and hospital policies.

Qualifications:

  • Experience in acute care or hospital setting preferred.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Requirements:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)

  • PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant)

  • Or PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant) Temporary and licensure within 6 months

  • Required Associate's Physical Therapy

  • Preferred 1-year Physical Therapy Assistant

Location: St Josephs South - Riverview, FL

Status: Pool, Exempt: No

Shift Hours: varies/days

Weekend Work: Occasional

On Call: No

How often will this team member be working remotely? Never

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

Position Acute Physical Therapist Assistant

Location Riverview:St Josephs South | Clinical | Pool

Req ID 166289

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