Physical Therapist Assistant

Thrive At Hendry Regional Medical CenterHendry Regional Medical Center is THRIVING! We have infused our culture with a focus on positivity for our teams. We know that a Healthy-Happy Workforce creates positive outcomes. Our banner is THRIVE!T-TrustWe are committed to establishing trust at all levels, understanding that this is the foundation for all human relationships.H-Honest-Authentic CommunicationWe understand the importance that communication plays in healthcare-but more importantly the ability to communicate-honestly and authentically is paramount for creating a healthy workforce.R-RespectIt is not just a word-it is an expectation to give, and receive respect, at every level of our organization.I-Innovation and InclusionWe promote inclusion, and embrace understanding that the diversity of inclusion leads to the surprise of innovation! We have great thinkers with great ideas!!V-VulnerabilityVulnerability is a critical ingredient in creating trust. We support the effort, even if the outcome is different than expected. We understand the learner-is also a trier which means they don't always succeed, but they always learn! We are here for each other first!E-Expectation/ExcellenceOur expectation is always to provide excellence-this extends first to each other, by creating a healthy-happy workforce. We provide an environment that Help Our People to THRIVE by creating JOY at Work!About the RoleUnder the direction of the Director of Rehab Services, the staff Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for the provision and administration of selected physical therapy treatments under the supervision and direction of the staff Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapy Assistant documents and obtains data related to the interventions provided and makes modifications to progress patients' treatments as directed by the staff Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapy Assistant assists with posting patient charges following each treatment. This position participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety, and fire safety programs.Minimum QualificationsGraduate of an approved school or accredited college with a degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant.Current State of Florida license as a Physical Therapy Assistant.Minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant preferred. If less than one year experience, candidate will be monitored and successfully complete a six-month competency and orientation period.Current BLS certification.