Physical Therapist Assistant - Home Care - License Required

Job Description

Job Description

ATTENTION: This is not an entry-level healthcare position.   Applicants must be licensed Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) who have graduated from an accredited PTA program.

Physical Therapist Assistant, Full Time, Home Health Discovery at Home Fort Myers, FL

Discovery at Home is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to serve the Discovery Village Forum, Discovery Commons Cypress Point, and Lehigh Acres Place campuses in Fort Myers, Florida. Candidates requiring sponsorship to work in the United States are welcome to apply. New graduate PTAs will receive dedicated support and mentorship.

About the Role

You will primarily work within assisted and independent living communities, with some home visits possible within the community. The patient population is primarily geriatric, with most cases covered under Medicare Part A Home Health along with some Part B. Clinicians have significant autonomy in determining their own caseload and daily schedule.

Please note that employment in Florida is contingent upon completion of a Level 2 background screening in accordance with Florida AHCA requirements, including fingerprinting through the AHCA Clearinghouse. More information is available at info.flclearinghouse.com.

Schedule

Availability is required Monday through Friday between 6:00am and 6:00pm, subject to scheduling agreements with each patient. Weekend shifts are optional and not required. No major holidays. Flexible scheduling is a core feature of this role.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly rate for this position is in the range of $30 to $43 per hour, with increases based on experience and qualifications. Full-time team members receive a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, company-paid life insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, mileage reimbursement, a 401(k) with employer matching, and free continuing education units.

Qualifications

Candidates must be eligible for Florida state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and a current CPR certification are required. Prior home health experience is preferred but not required. Full-time availability of 40 hours per week is preferred. Candidates who require sponsorship to work in the United States are welcome to apply.

About Discovery at Home

Discovery at Home is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, one of the two largest senior living operators in the United States. Founded in 2012 with a Medicare-certified agency in Southwest Florida, Discovery at Home has grown to serve communities in Tampa, Plano, Houston, and West Palm Beach. The organization offers a comprehensive range of care including Part A, Part B, and Private Duty services, primarily serving residents within the Discovery Senior Living family of communities while also extending care beyond those settings.

How to Apply

Contact Jennifer Dahlin by call or text at View phone number on us.fitly.work or by email at View email address on us.fitly.work. Questions about the position are always welcome.

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