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Acute Physical Therapist Assistant

BayCare Health System

Plant City, FLFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago
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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Plant City, FL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

BLSPTAAssociate's degree

Job overview

BayCare Health System is hiring an Acute Physical Therapist Assistant. BayCare Health System is seeking an Acute Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team at South Florida Baptist Hospital. This role involves assisting in implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic exercises, and monitoring patient progress. The assistant will also educate patients and families, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and maintain accurate documentation.

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..

Successful candidates bring Basic Life Support, Physical Therapy Assistant, and PTA Licensure Within 6 Months. Important skills include Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills. Preferred (not required): Implementing Treatment Plans, Therapeutic Exercises, Gait Training, and Functional ADL Mobility Interventions.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Implementing Treatment PlansTherapeutic ExercisesGait TrainingFunctional ADL Mobility InterventionsMonitor Patient ProgressDocument Patient ProgressReporting Changes to Supervising TherapistEducate Patients and FamiliesCollaborate With Interdisciplinary TeamsAccurate and Timely DocumentationEnsure Patient SafetyEnsure Patient ComfortAdhere to Infection ControlAdhere to Hospital PoliciesStrong CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsWork Effectively in Fast-Paced EnvironmentWork Effectively in Team-Oriented Environment

Qualifications

BLSPTAAssociate's Physical TherapyExperience in Acute Care or Hospital Setting1 Year Physical Therapy Assistant 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 Physical Therapist Assistant who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. Since 1953, South Florida Baptist Hospital has been a trusted and loved hospital for all our community’s health and wellness needs. Our compassionate and caring team of experts, including nearly 800 team members and 250 physicians, work diligently to make sure that you receive high-quality care when you visit the hospital. Our new 204-bed replacement hospital that opened in the Spring of 2024 offers many more services than a standard community hospital, as we’re part of the BayCare family of health care facilities

Acute 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

Facility:

BayCare Health System, Rehab Services Main-SFBH

Location: South Florida Baptist Hospital - Plant City, FL

Status: Full Time, Exempt: No

Shift Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m./Days

Weekend Work: None

On Call: No

How often will this team member be working remotely? Never

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

Position Acute Physical Therapist Assistant

Location Plant City:South Florida Baptist | Clinical | Full Time

Req ID 139930

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